Fast 5G SIM for Everyone in Japan
No credit card or long-term contract required. Start your internet, calling and texting with your own 070/080/090 number on the same day at shortest.
No Credit Card Required
5 Minute Application
No Binding Contract
No Credit Card Required
5 Minute Application
No Binding Contract
SPECIAL OFFER
Keep your Japanese phone number
Keep your Japanese phone number
SPECIAL OFFER
Switch to JP SMART SIM from your current carrier and keep your phone number. Get cheaper plans designed for long-term residents and students in Japan, plus enjoy up to ¥14,256 in savings.
Our Monthly Plans
is perfect for you, if you are living, working or studying in Japan.
CALL 20GB
¥1,980
/month
¥2,178/month (tax included)
What's Included:
Japanese Phone Number
20GB of High-speed Data
SMS (Text Message)
Bring Your Own Mobile
Free shipping or Free pickup
Fast 5G Network Upgrade
Auto-Carryover Data
Top Up Data Option
CALL MAX
¥4,980
/month
¥5,478/month (tax included)
What's Included:
Japanese Phone Number
10GB/3 Days of High-speed Data
SMS (Text Message)
Bring Your Own Mobile
Free shipping or Free pickup
Free Fast 5G Network Upgrade
Auto-Carryover Data
Top Up Data Option
CALL 3GB
¥1,280
/month
¥1,408/month (tax included)
What's Included:
Japanese Phone Number
3GB of High-speed Data
SMS (Text Message)
Bring Your Own Mobile
Free shipping or Free pickup
Fast 5G Network Upgrade
Auto-Carryover Data
Top Up Data Option
CALL 1GB
¥800
/month
¥880/month (tax included)
What's Included:
Japanese Phone Number
1GB of High-speed Data
SMS (Text Message)
Bring Your Own Mobile
Free shipping or Free pickup
Fast 5G Network Upgrade
Auto-Carryover Data
Top Up Data Option
Why You Need Your Own Japan Phone Number
Some essential services in Japan below require phone number verification:
- banking
- deliveries
- job applications
- apartment rentals
All Plans Above Include
Japan Phone Number + DATA + SMS
5G/LTE Upgrade Available (No Extra Cost)
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4G LTE Rapid Internet Connection
Data Carry Over & Data Recharge are Available
*Except for CALL MAX Plan
Do I need a Japanese Phone Number?
More than just calls, your Japanese phone number opens doors to essential services
Access to Essential Services
Applying for a job/a driver license/a credit card, opening a bank account, extending/changing your visa, registering for utilities, or renting a room, often require a Japanese phone number.
Use Communication Mobile Apps
In Japan, “LINE” is an extremely popular and essential communication app. To use “LINE”, a Japanese phone number is required to register.
Emergency Contacts
In case of an emergency in Japan, you can reach help by calling 110 for police and 119 for ambulance/fire/rescue assistance.
Convenient Daily Life
Using lifestyle services such as ordering food delivery and reserving transportation/event tickets typically requires a Japanese phone number.
Japan’s Most Trusted SIM Service
My Recommended SIM Card to Friends*
Customers Who Trust and Choose Our Service
Years Providing Trusted SIM Solutions
*Based on "Brand name & Brand Image Investigation" in September 2025 by JMRO.
Mobile Number Portability (MNP)
Switch to JP SMART SIM and Keep Your Old Number
Switching to JP SMART SIM is easy, and you don’t have to get a new phone number so that you are free from hassles with updating your registration info on any services such as credit card, bank account etc. With our Mobile Number Portability (MNP) system, you get lower monthly fees and the exclusive reward.
Switch to MNP Now and Save Up to ¥14,256
Enjoy reliable coverage and affordable plans tailored for long-term residents and foreign students in Japan.
Pricing and Terms
Usage Rates
CALLS
Incoming Calls: FREE
Outgoing Calls: 22 ¥ / 30 seconds
Outgoing Calls: 22 ¥ / 30 seconds
(International calls are not available)
TEXTS/SMS
All Incoming Texts: FREE
Domestic Outgoing Texts: ¥3.3/Message
International Outgoing Texts: ¥110/Message
Domestic Outgoing Texts: ¥3.3/Message
International Outgoing Texts: ¥110/Message
Data Recharge
¥880/GB
Tax
All prices above include tax.
CALLS
Incoming Calls: FREE
Outgoing Calls: 22 ¥ / 30 seconds
Outgoing Calls: 22 ¥ / 30 seconds
(International calls are not available)
TEXTS/SMS
All Incoming Texts: FREE
Domestic Outgoing Texts: ¥3.3/Message
International Outgoing Texts: ¥110/Message
Domestic Outgoing Texts: ¥3.3/Message
International Outgoing Texts: ¥110/Message
Data Recharge
¥880/GB
Tax
All prices above include tax.
Other Points To Note
Minimum Contract Period
None
Internet Connection
4G/5G
Data speed is reduced to 128kbps when data usage exceeds the plan data allowance.
Once you activate your SIM, you can add on 5G option from your MYPAGE at no extra cost anytime anywhere!.
Data speed is reduced to 128kbps when data usage exceeds the plan data allowance.
Once you activate your SIM, you can add on 5G option from your MYPAGE at no extra cost anytime anywhere!.
Required Documents for Application
Residence Card
(valid for more than 30 days)
Or Passport
(If you apply from overseas)
Plan Change
Available
(can apply from the next month after the contract)
Minimum Contract Period
None
Internet Connection
4G/5G
Data speed is reduced to 128kbps when data usage exceeds the plan data allowance.
Once you activate your SIM, you can add on 5G option from your MYPAGE at no extra cost anytime anywhere!.
Data speed is reduced to 128kbps when data usage exceeds the plan data allowance.
Once you activate your SIM, you can add on 5G option from your MYPAGE at no extra cost anytime anywhere!.
Required Documents for Application
Residence Card
(valid for more than 30 days)
Or Passport
(If you apply from overseas)
Plan Change
Available
(can apply from the next month after the contract)
Available Payment Method
Why Choose Our CALL SIM
Why Choose
Our CALL SIM
Our CALL SIM
5G for Free
If your phone is compatible with 5G, you get SIM card on the largest 5G docomo network. Once you activate your SIM card, you can add on 5G option from your MYPAGE at no extra cost anytime anywhere!
Multilingual Support
All services are available in English, Chinese, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Korean, Portuguese, Burmese and Japanese.
Simple Price Plan
There is no hidden contract or fee. You are not forced to set bundles to get discounts on our plan.
Applying outside of Japan
You can apply for SIM card before coming to Japan and pick it up at the airports.
*Haneda airport & Narita Airport available.
*Haneda airport & Narita Airport available.
Free Shipping in Japan
If you are already in Japan, we ship your SIM card to the address on the residence card in the same day at earliest for free.
For the CALL SIM plan (Voice plan), delivery to your home address is required to confirm that you are the legitimate owner of the SIM card, in accordance with Japan’s laws and regulations.
If you apply an eSIM, you will receive a courier-delivered document with activation instructions.
For the CALL SIM plan (Voice plan), delivery to your home address is required to confirm that you are the legitimate owner of the SIM card, in accordance with Japan’s laws and regulations.
If you apply an eSIM, you will receive a courier-delivered document with activation instructions.
Multiple Payment Methods
Most mobile plans in Japan require you to pay by Credit Card or Direct Debit. But don’t worry! You can make a payment by Convenience Store Payment, Credit Card, Direct Debit, Wechat, Alipay and Union Pay.
Apply Online in Minutes
Complete your SIM application in minutes from any device. No credit card required. Enjoy free, reliable delivery to your address.
1
You need to apply online and upload photos of your residence card.
If you apply from overseas, your ID will be your passport and pick up your SIM card/ eSIM activation code at the airports*.
*Haneda airport & Narita Airport available.
If you apply from overseas, your ID will be your passport and pick up your SIM card/ eSIM activation code at the airports*.
*Haneda airport & Narita Airport available.
2
After payment for the initial fee is complete, we will proceed to the identity verification.
※ If you pay the initial fee of CALL SIM by cash on delivery, we will verify your identity first and the payment will be made when you receive the SIM card.
※ Cash on delivery is only available for CALL SIM application and for initial fee only
3
SIM card / eSIM activation code will be sent out once identity verification has passed. Shipping is free within Japan, and it could be sent out on the same day of application at the shortest.
Still Debating?
JP SMART SIM vs. Comparable Plans
Japan's No.1 SIM for Foreign Nationals*
JP SMART SIM
Company A
Company B
Data Plan
20GB
4GB
5GB
Monthly Price
¥1,980/mo
(¥2,178/mo, tax inc.)
¥2,780/mo
(¥3,058/mo, tax inc.)
¥2,900/mo
(¥3,180/mo, tax inc.)
Data Carry Over
Available
Available
Not Available
Languages Supported
8 Languages
English, Chinese, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Korean, Portuguese, Burmese and Japanese.
1 Languages
Japanese Only
2 Languages
Japanese & English
Convenience Store Payment
Supported
(Also accepts: Credit Card, Direct Debit, WeChat Pay, Alipay, UnionPay)
Not Supported
Only accepts Credit Card & Direct Debit.
Not Supported
Only accepts Credit Card, Prepaid Card, Paypal
Apply from Outside Japan
Applicable
Not Applicable
Applicable
*Based on brand name & brand image investigation (March 2019 by JMRO).
What JP SMART Customers Say
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