Japan’s Data and Voice SIM Providers Compared
We look at Japan SIM cards, breaking down the data and data + voice options so you can work out which is most economical for your needs.
Greg Lane
Greg has been been searching for a cheaper way of doing things in and around Tokyo for more than 12 years.
Greg's qualification for being a cheapo include walking up to an hour across Tokyo to save on the 160 yen subway fare and still having clothes in his dresser from 1998.
When not searching for the izakaya with the cheapest beer in Japan, he develops web sites. http://greglane.me
Greg's qualification for being a cheapo include walking up to an hour across Tokyo to save on the 160 yen subway fare and still having clothes in his dresser from 1998.
When not searching for the izakaya with the cheapest beer in Japan, he develops web sites. http://greglane.me
All posts by Greg Lane
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July 21st
Low-Cost Night Cruises on Tokyo Bay
For a unique view of the metropolis, there is no better way than to jump on one of the many boats offering cruises along Tokyo Bay.
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July 21st
Omohara Beer Forest – A Refreshing Summer Terrace with Craft Beer
Open June 16th to September 10th, 2017 The rooftop garden on top of the Tokyo Plaza building on the corner of Meiji Dori and Omotesando is converted into a beer terrace each year during the warmer months. This year, it's open from June 16th […]
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July 20th
Tokyo’s 10 Best Value Craft Beer Bars
The cheapest way to enjoy a glass of craft in Tokyo is to buy some at a bottle shop and drink it either outside or at home. However, if you want to sample some rarer brews or you can't convince your friends to hang out with you in the park […]
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July 20th
A Coffee Lover’s Guide to Quaint Cafes in Kiyosumi
Coffee lovers, meet Kiyosumi.
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July 20th
Which Japan Rail Pass to Choose
With so many passes to choose from, we thought we'd help you break down the best options for your Japan travels.
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July 11th
Cheapest Transport from Haneda Airport to Tokyo
[caption id="attachment_297412" align="alignnone" width="770"] |credit|[/caption] If you're worried about the cost of getting from Haneda Airport to Tokyo (or Yokohama) then you should relax—it's not expensive or time-consuming at all. The main […]
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April 15th
Unlocking Your Old Carrier-Locked Japanese iPhone to Use with a Cheap SIM
Got an old Japanese iPhone lying around? We walk you through how to unlock it and bring it back to life with a cheap SIM.
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April 13th
Hotel MyStays Yokohama
A branch of the popular MyStays chain in Yokohama. The hotel is located conveniently to the main attractions in Yokohama as well as providing good access to Tokyo and areas of interest to the south such as Kamakura,
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April 13th
15/30/60 Day Mobal Travel SIM with Free Worldwide Shipping
Unlimited data with 4G speed up to 7GB. Only provider that gives you a local number and ships to you free anywhere in the world.
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March 21st
Koffee Mameya: Omotesando’s Coffee Doctor is Back with New Medicine
The closure of Omotesando Koffee was a sad loss, but Koffee mastermind Eiichi Kunimoto had an entirely new concept in the works - Koffee Mameya.
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March 9th
Withdrawing Cash from a Japanese ATM with a Foreign Credit Card
4 options for taking out cash from a Japanese ATM with a foreign credit card. Where to find them and when they're open (no, they don't always provide 24-hr service)
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March 6th
Comfortable and Convenient Apartment in Kamata
If you're looking for a comfortable and convenient short to medium term place to stay in Tokyo (minimum 6 nights) then this well equipped apartment in Kamata is worthy of your consideration. Limited time coupon: Get 10% off your vacation rental […]
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March 6th
Cosy Apartment in Ikegami
Limited time coupon: Get 10% off your vacation rental booking with Stay Japan. Coupon numbers limited to 400 people! Click here to get your discount. This is a brand new (built in 2016) Japanese-style apartment near Nishimagome Station with easy […]
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March 6th
Beautifully Restored Villa in Kamata
Fancy staying in a traditional Japanese house but with all the mod cons? SJ Villa Kamata is a 65 year old house that was recently tastefully remodeled to bring it up to the highest modern standards. Limited time coupon: Get 10% off your vacation […]
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February 27th
Capsule Value Kanda Hotel
We hear you like cheap. Well, Capsule Value Kanda Hotel is that and more - but only if you're male (capsules aren't lockable, so many capsule hotels serve only men or only women). Each capsule comes with basic amenities such as TV, alarm clock […]
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February 27th
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku is a modern hotel (it opened in April 2015) located in the heart of the Kabukicho area of Shinjuku. Kabukicho is famed for being a bit seedy, but it also has some of the best bars and restaurants in Tokyo. Asia Yokocho - […]
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February 27th
Shinjuku Kuyakushomae Capsule Hotel
Looking for that only-in-Japan capsule hotel experience at a good price in a top notch location? Shinjuku Kyakushomae Capsule Hotel is probably the place you've been looking for. The hotel has separate floors for both men and women (some capsule […]
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February 27th
MyStays Shin-Urayasu
If you're not able to stay in Maihama (the station right next to Tokyo Disney) then staying in Shin-Urayasu is the next best thing. The hotel is good value, but Disney really is the main thing going for MyStays Shin-Urayasu as it's a 15 minute […]
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February 27th
Tokyu Stay Ginza
Located right in the heart of the retail and gourmet heaven of the Ginza district, Tokyu Stay Ginza offers guests spacious, comfortable rooms and modern facilities. If you're on a first time visit to Tokyo, Ginza is the perfect location. Within […]
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February 27th
Flexstay Inn Shin-Urayasu
Flexstay Inn offers self-catering apartments rather than traditional hotel rooms. With a stove, microwave oven and refrigerator, you can grab your meals from the super market instead of paying to eat out. The location of the Flexstay Inn […]
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February 24th
20% off Mobile Hotspot rental from Ninja WiFi
Ninja Wifi is the biggest provider of rental pocket wifi devices to international visitors coming to Japan. They also have the most pick-up points. [caption id="attachment_298725" align="alignnone" width="547"] A Ninja Wifi 4G LTE mobile hotspot […]
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February 23rd
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nihombashi-Ningyocho
The Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nihombashi-Ningyocho is a clean, modern and foreigner friendly hotel in a convenient, central location. Rooms are on the cosy side, but with plenty of restaurants, bars and things to do in the vicinity, you probably won't […]
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February 4th
2k540 Aki-Oka Artisan: Akihabara’s Arty Otaku Antidote
An alley of artisan shops and one-of-a-kind craftsmen discretely tucked away under the Yamanote tracks near Okachimachi Station.
