ULTIMATE GUIDE Japan Data Plans: Pocket WiFi, eSIM, SIM Card Compared

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Here's how to choose the best internet data plan for Japan travel! Comparing Pocket WiFi, eSIM, and SIM card options. Best pocket WiFi for most users: https://www.japan-wireless.com/?via=kenshoquest Save 10% with coupon JWKENSHO. Best Data eSIM: https://www.ubigi.com/kenshoquest 🌟 Save 10% coupon KENSHOQUEST Download our cheat sheet of the top data plans for Japan visitors, with links and coupons: https://kenshoquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/KQ-Japan-Internet-Options-V3.pdf 🏝 Subscribe for travel tips and inspiration! Turn on the bell for notifications. https://www.youtube.com/KenshoQuest FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO 🎬 💖 We appreciate the commissions we earn when you purchase through our affiliate links! POCKET WIFI Japan Wireless ( best for most users, comes with power bank ): https://www.japan-wireless.com/?via=kenshoquest 🌟 Save 10% with coupon JWKENSHO Sakura Mobile ( best for traveling for 45+ days ): https://www.sakuramobile.jp/joji808-top Ninja WiFi ( best for power users, dedicated high-speed data ): https://ninjawifi.com/en 🌟 Save 10% with coupon KENSHO10 Mobal (best for digital nomads, keep device after 90 days): https://www.mobal.com/japan-wifi/?source=3402 JAPAN eSIM Best overall data eSIM Ubigi: https://ubigi.com/kenshoquest Save 10% coupon: KENSHOQUEST Japan Wireless: https://www.japan-wireless.com/esim?coupon=ESIMKENSHO&via=kensho 🌟 Follow our link to save 15% Sakura Mobile eSIM: https://www.sakuramobile.jp/joji808-top Mobal eSIM ( data-only OR data + Japanese phone number): https://www.mobal.com/japan-esims/?source=3402 INTERNATIONAL eSIM Ubigi: https://ubigi.com/kenshoquest/  Airalo: 15% OFF ( New customers ): https://airalo.pxf.io/c/4512733/2071037/15608 10% OFF ( Existing customers ): https://airalo.pxf.io/c/4512733/2071038/15608 PHYSICAL SIM CARD Japan Wireless: https://www.japan-wireless.com/?via=kenshoquest 🌟 Save 10% with coupon JWKENSHO Mobal SIM: https://www.mobal.com/japan-sim-card/?source=3402 SMS MESSAGES GoogleFi referral code: K61DXJ 🌟 $20 credit once active for 30 days POWER BANK Power bank portable charger: https://geni.us/futurizta Follow our link to save 10% TIME STAMPS 00:00 Choosing a data plan for Japan 00:40 Is your phone locked or unlocked? 01:50 Most internet plans are data-only 02:26 Unlimited data is misleading 03:28 Major networks in Japan 03:57 Home carrier 04:40 Pocket WiFis 08:32 Options available if phone is unlocked 08:37 eSIM embedded SIM 10:14 Japanese eSIM companies 11:49 Global plans 12:15 Physical SIM cards 13:06 Receiving SMS text messages 14:24 Why get a Japanese phone number? 15:16 Get both pocket WiFi and eSIM? 16:34 Summary 17:24 Which option will you choose? #japantraveltips #pocketwifi #esim #kenshoquest 🎞 WATCH NEXT Best eSIMs for Japan Travel 2025: https://youtu.be/nWVg934tg5M Review of the Best Pocket WiFis for Japan Travel: https://youtu.be/EiqJ21l94LU How to Activate eSIM on iPhone: https://youtu.be/Q6tPx8fluR0 Install these Must-Have Apps for Japan Travel: https://youtu.be/tszILBo0vr0 How to Use Apps to Make Calls Over Internet: https://youtu.be/INaEVItcgQs 💖 We appreciate the commissions we earn when you purchase through our affiliate links! 🚅 JAPAN TRANSPORTATION Purchase *Shinkansen* train tickets: https://geni.us/shinkansen 🌟 Save 3-10% with KENSHOQUESTKLOOK Whole Japan Rail Pass: https://geni.us/wholejrpass Hokuriku Arch Pass ( scenic arch Tokyo - Kanazawa - Kyoto ): https://geni.us/hokurikuarchpass Hakone Free Pass ( round trip from Shinjuku ): https://geni.us/hakonefreepass ACCOMMODATIONS We book through Expedia, since we can easily change our reservation or cancel: https://expedia.com/affiliate/LJWv5J0 🇯🇵 JAPAN TRIP ESSENTIALS Travel health insurance: https://safetywing.com/ambassador/refer/24749286 Ship luggage to Tokyo hotel or airport: https://geni.us/shipluggagetokyo 🍄 JAPAN ATTRACTIONS USJ Super Nintendo World tickets: https://geni.us/usjapan Tokyo Disneyland & DisneySea tickets: https://geni.us/tokyodisney TeamLab Borderless: https://geni.us/teamlabborderless TeamLab Planets Tokyo: https://geni.us/teamlabplanets Hello Kitty Sanrio Puroland Tickets: https://geni.us/sanriopuroland ✈️ TRAVEL HACKS Lightest weight rolling carry-on suitcase: https://julyus.pxf.io/daEqkW Lightweight backpacks, weekender bags, and duffles: https://geni.us/canvelle Unbound Merino wool travel clothing: https://geni.us/unboundmerino 🌟 Save 10% with KENSHOQUEST Best travel first aid kit: https://www.keepgoingfirstaid.com/kenshoquest 🌟 Save 10% with KENSHOQUEST10 Powder shampoo that lathers with water! https://amzn.to/3SGGyrz Solid travel toiletries: https://prz.io/N0yvO0gTv Travel gear in our Amazon shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/kenshoquest 🌺 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenshoquest/