Roaming in Japan
Compare international roaming rates, packages, and money-saving alternatives for travelers to Japan
Cheapest Daily Rate
$10/day
eSIM Providers
14+ Available
Coverage Quality
Excellent
Major Carrier Roaming Rates
| Carrier | Daily Rate | Voice Rate | SMS Rate | Data Rate | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Verizon Asia Pacific | $10 | $2.99/min | $0.5/SMS | $2.05/MB | excellent |
Roaming Packages Available
Verizon
$10
Data:0.5GB
Validity:1 days
Includes:
- • Unlimited calls
- • Unlimited texts
Verizon
$50
Data:2GB
Validity:7 days
Includes:
- • Unlimited calls
- • Unlimited texts
Better Alternatives to Traditional Roaming
eSIM Cards
Digital SIM cards you can buy and activate before travel. Often 50-80% cheaper than roaming.
- ✓Instant activation
- ✓Keep your number active
- ✓From $5-20 for most trips
Local SIM Cards
Buy a prepaid SIM card on arrival. Best for longer stays or heavy data users.
- ✓Cheapest for long stays
- ✓Local phone number
- ✓Best data rates
WiFi + VoIP Apps
Use WiFi with apps like WhatsApp, Skype, or FaceTime for free calls and messages.
WhatsApp
Skype
FaceTime
Telegram
Cost-Saving Tips for Japan
Before You Travel
- •Check if your plan includes international roaming
- •Consider buying an eSIM for data
- •Download offline maps and translation apps
- •Set up WiFi calling on your phone
While in Japan
- •Turn off data roaming when not needed
- •Use WiFi whenever possible
- •Disable automatic app updates
- •Monitor your usage regularly
Pro Tip: If staying more than a week, a local SIM card is almost always cheaper than any roaming option.