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Mobile & SIM

Best SIM & Mobile Plans in Japan for Foreigners (2026)

Rakuten, LINEMO, povo, ahamo, UQ and Y!mobile compared on price, data, sign-up and what you need as a foreign resident.

Updated 17 Oct 2026 · 8 min read
Money

How to read your Japanese salary slip

Coming soon.

In preparation
Housing

Renting a room when agencies say no to foreigners

Coming soon.

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