Which is Better? Pocket WiFi or SIM/eSIM for Japan in 2023

If you want to stay connected to the internet on your trip to Japan then you need a pocket wifi or data SIM card / eSim. In this video we go through the details of our experience and help you make the right decision for your trip!

00:00 Intro of options
00:30 Is your phone unlocked?
00:38 What is an unlocked phone?
01:23 Pocket WiFi ( Mobile HotPSpot)
01:45 Benefits of a Pocket WiFi
02:19 Cons of a Pocket WiFi
03:07 Where to rent a Pocket WiFi
08:08 Pocket WiFi Tips
09:24 Google Fi
13:37 SIM / eSIM
14:23 Pros of SIM Cards
14:52 Cons of SIM Cards
16:05 Get A Local Japanese Number
16:48 eSIMs

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Pocket WiFi [ Airport Pick Up ]

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Pocket WiFi [ Hotel Delivery ]

4G WiFi and Power Bank (JP Hotel Two Way Delivery) for Japan [Unlimited]:
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SIM [ DATA ONLY ]

Unlimited Data 4G SIM Card (Multiple JP Airport Pick Up) for Japan from Sakura Mobile:
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SIM [ with Japanese number ]

Mobal: https://www.mobal.com/japan-sim-card/


eSim

Ubigi: https://cellulardata.ubigi.com/data-plans-and-coverage/ubigi-esim-data-plans/?destination=jpn®ion=¤cy=usd&one-off=on&monthly=on&annual=on


You can also purchase directly from the carrier websites if your location is served, but they may be more expensive:

Ninja Wifi: https://ninjawifi.com/

Sakura Mobile: https://www.sakuramobile.jp/

Japan Wireless: https://www.japan-wireless.com/en


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