MiFi Wifi Rental in Japan
Dec 4, 2014, 7:12 pm
#166
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I'm going to Okinawa, Iriomote, Ishigaki and Miyako for two weeks. As I was very pleased with renting a Mi-Fi device from Global Advanced on our last trip, I would like to use them again. However, I'm wondering if anyone has first hand experience how the coverage is on Miyakojima or Iriomote? I guess in Okinawa and especially in Naha area the coverage is fine, right? At least on Ishigaki the connection was ok in the city center.
Please note Global Advanced used E-Mobile which is now rebranded Yahoo Mobile (Softbank sold E-Mobile/E-Access to Yahoo Japan (which itself is owned by Softbank Partly also)
See here for Okinawa coverage (zoom out to see other islands)
http://www.ymobile.jp/area/map/index...ice_type=305zt
Suggest look at Softbank Rental: http://www.softbank-rental.jp/e/rental-plan-ib05.php
Dec 5, 2014, 11:36 am
#167
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Naha not an issue, Miyakojima looks OK but none on Iriomote:
Please note Global Advanced used E-Mobile which is now rebranded Yahoo Mobile (Softbank sold E-Mobile/E-Access to Yahoo Japan (which itself is owned by Softbank Partly also)
See here for Okinawa coverage (zoom out to see other islands)
http://www.ymobile.jp/area/map/index...ice_type=305zt
Suggest look at Softbank Rental: http://www.softbank-rental.jp/e/rental-plan-ib05.php
Please note Global Advanced used E-Mobile which is now rebranded Yahoo Mobile (Softbank sold E-Mobile/E-Access to Yahoo Japan (which itself is owned by Softbank Partly also)
See here for Okinawa coverage (zoom out to see other islands)
http://www.ymobile.jp/area/map/index...ice_type=305zt
Suggest look at Softbank Rental: http://www.softbank-rental.jp/e/rental-plan-ib05.php
Dec 30, 2014, 2:30 am
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Any recommendations for a data-only SIM for an internationally-unlocked Sprint iPhone 6 (apparently this is the model DoCoMo/AU/SoftBank all use)? Looking to turn it into a hotspot as well.
Dec 30, 2014, 4:07 am
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Please read the other prepaid sim thread for related information.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/japan/1308803-prepaid-data-sim-visitors-somewhat-guide-buying.html
Originally Posted by msp3
Any recommendations for a data-only SIM for an internationally-unlocked Sprint iPhone 6 (apparently this is the model DoCoMo/AU/SoftBank all use)? Looking to turn it into a hotspot as well.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/japan/1308803-prepaid-data-sim-visitors-somewhat-guide-buying.html
Jun 20, 2016, 12:27 am
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I am planning my next Japan trip and I thought I might resurrect this thread (why isn't this one stickied / wiki-fied?!).
I have been using Ninja WiFi (http://ninjawifi.com/en/plan/) for my last couple of trips and with a regular discount of 10%, it's another option. It uses SoftBank network so it's a good choice for the major cities (although I should do some actual tests instead of my minimal experience).
I have been using Ninja WiFi (http://ninjawifi.com/en/plan/) for my last couple of trips and with a regular discount of 10%, it's another option. It uses SoftBank network so it's a good choice for the major cities (although I should do some actual tests instead of my minimal experience).
Jul 6, 2016, 9:56 pm
#171
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wifi for free
Ninja seems to be a good choice. This time I went to Japan, I rented
iVideo wifi, precisely I used it for free. They have an activity that if
you wrote a trip story, then you can get the wifi for free and I have
post on the blogspot. I asked the customer service center that what if I
post in flyertalk, they said okay. Next time I might write on flyertalk
for another free wifi:P If you are interested, here is the link: http://goo.gl/tJ8yO8
iVideo wifi, precisely I used it for free. They have an activity that if
you wrote a trip story, then you can get the wifi for free and I have
post on the blogspot. I asked the customer service center that what if I
post in flyertalk, they said okay. Next time I might write on flyertalk
for another free wifi:P If you are interested, here is the link: http://goo.gl/tJ8yO8
Sep 14, 2016, 10:29 am
#172
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Arriving on Friday with some friends for a week in Tokyo. One of them rented a international mifi from Tep but it looks like they screwed up shipping and he may not receive it in time.
It's too late to place an order with any of the providers who ship to Narita. Other than SoftBank's counter at Narita, are the other options to consider for a week-long wifi rental in Tokyo? Either picking up in Narita or in Tokyo.
I've been searching but it's tough to find one that isn't shipping the device.
It's too late to place an order with any of the providers who ship to Narita. Other than SoftBank's counter at Narita, are the other options to consider for a week-long wifi rental in Tokyo? Either picking up in Narita or in Tokyo.
I've been searching but it's tough to find one that isn't shipping the device.
Sep 14, 2016, 12:30 pm
#173
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Telecom Square has an office at Narita
http://biz.telecomsquare.co.jp/ana/
Narita Airport also lists their cellular pickup stores
http://www.narita-airport.jp/en/guid...st/svc_19.html
Sim vending machines have been popping up in more and more places, both at the airport and in typical tourist areas.
Haneda also has spots for pick up if you don't need a mifi from Narita to your hotel. Also keep in mind that takkyu-bin package delivery in Tokyo is pretty much next day, so fairly quick compared to some non-Japanaese countries mail delivery time.
http://biz.telecomsquare.co.jp/ana/
Narita Airport also lists their cellular pickup stores
http://www.narita-airport.jp/en/guid...st/svc_19.html
Sim vending machines have been popping up in more and more places, both at the airport and in typical tourist areas.
Haneda also has spots for pick up if you don't need a mifi from Narita to your hotel. Also keep in mind that takkyu-bin package delivery in Tokyo is pretty much next day, so fairly quick compared to some non-Japanaese countries mail delivery time.
Sep 18, 2016, 5:51 pm
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Arriving on Friday with some friends for a week in Tokyo. One of them rented a international mifi from Tep but it looks like they screwed up shipping and he may not receive it in time.
It's too late to place an order with any of the providers who ship to Narita. Other than SoftBank's counter at Narita, are the other options to consider for a week-long wifi rental in Tokyo? Either picking up in Narita or in Tokyo.
I've been searching but it's tough to find one that isn't shipping the device.
It's too late to place an order with any of the providers who ship to Narita. Other than SoftBank's counter at Narita, are the other options to consider for a week-long wifi rental in Tokyo? Either picking up in Narita or in Tokyo.
I've been searching but it's tough to find one that isn't shipping the device.
I'm going to post a review of SkyRoam later next week - just got the unit and will be in Japan for 3 days - THAT you can order from Amazon and pay per day $10 aprox (capped at 350MB per day but will run beyond that at .5MB/sec until next day)
Oct 26, 2016, 6:33 pm
#175
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Is there a Pupuru coverage map? Seems it is highly reviewed and a fair price for 8 days on their unlimited setup. In Tokyo and Kyoto and in between I'm sure it is great. Renting motorcycles and might be off the beaten path a little more.
One review I read in those cities and even around Mt Fuji had 99% coverage on 4G but if someone has a map or better review that would be great.
One review I read in those cities and even around Mt Fuji had 99% coverage on 4G but if someone has a map or better review that would be great.
Oct 27, 2016, 8:45 am
#176
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Is there a Pupuru coverage map? Seems it is highly reviewed and a fair price for 8 days on their unlimited setup. In Tokyo and Kyoto and in between I'm sure it is great. Renting motorcycles and might be off the beaten path a little more.
One review I read in those cities and even around Mt Fuji had 99% coverage on 4G but if someone has a map or better review that would be great.
One review I read in those cities and even around Mt Fuji had 99% coverage on 4G but if someone has a map or better review that would be great.
http://www.ymobile.jp/area/select.html?service=4g17
Nov 16, 2016, 2:44 pm
#177
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Recently used Global Advanced Communications to rent a pocket WiFi for 10 days for my trip in Japan. (Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Hakone / Yokahama).
We picked the Standard WIFI package and it was excellent. Managed to get a secure and reliable connection throughout the trip in all the areas mentioned above. Battery lasted about 8 hrs for 2 Android devices on a medium usage level... We cleared almost 5GB alone in surfing only (No videos or YouTube).
We did however have a few minor drops in connection here and there but I assume that was normal or due to our own personal cell phones.
I would use them again in the future!
We picked the Standard WIFI package and it was excellent. Managed to get a secure and reliable connection throughout the trip in all the areas mentioned above. Battery lasted about 8 hrs for 2 Android devices on a medium usage level... We cleared almost 5GB alone in surfing only (No videos or YouTube).
We did however have a few minor drops in connection here and there but I assume that was normal or due to our own personal cell phones.
I would use them again in the future!
Nov 18, 2016, 3:45 pm
#178
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Japan Experience?
I noticed that this organization, Japan Experience, that sells the JR Pass also has a pocket WiiFi on their website at a better price than Pupuru. The device and downloads look identical to the one Pupuru has on their website. Has anyone used them for their Wifi device and how was it?
Nov 24, 2016, 5:12 am
#179
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Pupuru was awesome to deal with. Easy to pick-up. East to return. It was quick and reliable from Tokyo to Osaka to Kyoto and even on Mt. Fuji.
Highly recommended!
Highly recommended!
Jul 1, 2017, 4:17 am
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Well this thread is just beaming with referrals for GAC, they should say "Recommend by FlyerTalk.com Travellers" in their website 
I just reserved a 75Mbps Wifi + Battery for July
The airport pick up at Haneda is confusing since there is a charge to deliver it to the Airport but its actually free to deliver it to your Hotel.
The choice then is obvious, have it waiting for you at the hotel for freeee
Compared to the others GAC does not offer insurance. Has anyone needed the insurance?
I just reserved a 75Mbps Wifi + Battery for July
The airport pick up at Haneda is confusing since there is a charge to deliver it to the Airport but its actually free to deliver it to your Hotel.
The choice then is obvious, have it waiting for you at the hotel for freeee
Compared to the others GAC does not offer insurance. Has anyone needed the insurance?