Japan’s Data and Voice SIM Providers Compared (Long-Term Options)
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.
All posts by Greg Lane
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May 7th
Two-Day Kanazawa Bullet Train + Hotel Package (from Tokyo)
A combined Shinkansen (bullet train) and hotel package from Tokyo to the historic town of Kanazawa.
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May 2nd
Tokyo to Kanazawa: The Fastest and Cheapest Ways to Get There
A guide to your travel options between Tokyo and Kanazawa. Bullet train, highway bus and more!
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May 1st
Cheapo Weekend for May 3-6 (Golden Week Part 2)
If you thought last week's three day weekend was nice, get ready for Golden Week Part 2, which gives you a full four days of that lovely leisure time. Haisai Festival of Okinawan Culture - May 2-6 The Haisai Festa is an annual event which […]
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March 30th
Cheapest Transport to Get From Narita Airport to Tokyo
A comprehensive guide for getting from the plane to your accommodation.
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March 26th
Cheapest Transport from Haneda Airport to Tokyo
All the budget ways of getting from Haneda into the city.
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Making Your Mark: A Guide to Getting your Personal Seal in Japan
Handwritten signature? Too mainstream.
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Cheapest Way to Transfer Your Money Out of Japan
We've ranked the top 4 contenders.
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January 16th
Cheapo Guide to Seeing Sumo in Tokyo
Where and when to catch Japan's greatest wrestlers, without slamming too many yen.
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November 29th
Tokyo’s Top 6 Rooftop Oases
Head to these Tokyo rooftops for a short respite from the city below.
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November 25th
Walking the Rainbow Bridge for One of the Best Views of Tokyo
For a cityscape like no other, take a walk along Rainbow Bridge for views of Tokyo Bay, Tokyo Tower, skyscrapers and the city's bright lights.
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October 26th
Guide to Cheap Virtual Offices in Tokyo
Looking for a place to start building your empire? Read this before renting office space.
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October 23rd
Tokyo’s Best Halloween Parties 2017
Party with the ghouls and zombies at these wild spots in the city.
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October 6th
Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel
Located in the landmark Cerulean Tower, just 5 minutes walk from Shibuya Station, the Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel is a classy and comfortable escape from the surrounding chaos.
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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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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)
