Getting a mobile phone number in Japan
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Three ways to get a mobile phone number in Japan
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Which one of the three options above should I choose?
1. Three ways to get a mobile phone number in Japan
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Apply for service provided by a major network operator
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Apply for a sub-brand service provided by a major network operator
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Apply through a Mobile Virtual Network Operator(MVNO)
2. Which one of the three options above should I choose?
Recommended for those who...
- want in-person customer service
- want a suitable plan from various options
- want a phone service right away
- want to buy the latest phone model along with a sim
Monthly costs ranging from 2,500JPY to 15,000JPY
Recommended for those who...
- don't need in-person customer service
- want to have a large data allowance per month
- don't mind waiting several days until a sim card is delivered
Monthly costs ranging from 1,000JPY to 4,500JPY
Recommended for those who...
- are looking for the cheapest option
- don't need in-person customer service
- don't need a large data allowance per month
- don't mind waiting several days until a sim card is delivered
Monthly costs ranging from 1,000JPY to 3,000JPY
3. Abstract of some of the services
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Company | Monthly charges |
Unlimited call option1 (up to 3 min/call) |
Unlimited call option2 (up to 10 min/call) |
Admiistrative fee (initial fee) |
SIM issuance fee (initial fee) |
Payment method |
IIJmio |
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500JPY/mon | 700JPY/mon | 3,300JPY |
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Credit card only |
Company | Monthly charges |
Unlimited call option1 (up to 10 min/call) |
Unlimited call option2 (unlimited) |
Unlimited call potion3 (up to 60 min/month) |
Administrative fee (initial fee) |
SIM issuance fee (initial fee) |
Payment method |
mineo |
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550JPY | 1,210JPY | 0JPY | 0JPY | Credit card only |