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Every guide on Japan Phone Guide, grouped by topic.

Getting started

How to Get a Mobile Phone in Japan Buy a Phone in Japan Required Documents Before You Apply — Checklist

Plans, fees & devices

Current Plans, Prices & Call Options Plans & Fees Campaigns & Discounts SIM & eSIM Mobile Services in Japan Japanese and Overseas Phones, Bands and 5G SA Carrier Cards, Banking and Home Services

Procedures & terms

What is MNP?New Contract vs Upgrade vs MNP vs Plan Change Carrier, Brand, Plan — What's the Difference?After Your Contract Bills, Payment and Overdue Charges Contract Limits, Installments and Cancellation Japanese Phone Numbers and Short Codes Address, Name and Contract-Holder Changes

At the shop

What Happens at a Mobile Phone Shop?Store Support Explained Questions Staff May Ask You Phrases to show staff

Online-focused plans

Online-only / Online-focused Plans ahamo — Guide povo2.0 — Guide

Interactive tools

Which procedure do you need?Is an online-focused plan right for you?Can this shop handle my plan?