Smartphones
Linemo, Ahamo, Povo or Rakuten Un-Limit: Which New Phone Plan is Right for You?
SoftBank, Docomo, Au and Rakuten offer reduced pricing plans.
By Liam Carrigan 6 min read
Smartphones in Japan: How To Buy, Unlock and Change Plans
Japanese mobile service is notoriously convoluted. Here's what to do if you plan to bring a phone over from home or sort yourself out with a new one while you're here.
Why Are These Things So Expensive in Japan?
Movies, pizza, bullet trains and mobile phones seem more expensive in Japan than elsewhere. Here's how you can save.
8 Perks You Didn’t Know Came with Your NTT Docomo Phone
Foreign customers have access to a whole heap of secret benefits — you just need to know where to look.
5 Things to Consider Before Getting a Smartphone in Japan
Hello, can you hear me? I’m in Japan dreaming about who I could be — if I had the most stress-free phone plan in all the land. Adele lyrics aside, here are some of the best plans for foreigners looking for quick, easy and relatively cheap data services.
5 Apps to Make Your Life in Japan Easier
From finding the best restaurants and directions to getting early earthquake warnings, these mobile apps can help make life in Japan that much easier.
