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Finally! 🎉 An eSIM with Japanese Phone Number + Data - Mobal eSIMs
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ส.ค. 2024
- Traditionally, it's been hard for visitors to Japan to get a Japanese phone number, especially for eSIMs. Finally, we have an option. Mobal offers eSIMs with data, a real Japanese phone number and texting! Learn how it all works including costs and how to set it up! I appreciate when you purchase through my affiliate link: www.mobal.com/...
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00:00 Getting a Japanese phone number
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02:39 What's included with Mobal's plan?
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Aloha! We are a worldschooling family with three young kids. Our home base is the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawaii. We've been living a nomadic lifestyle for the past 15 years. We hope to inspire you to begin your own quest!
Will you get an eSIM with Japanese phone number? I appreciate when you purchase through my affiliate link: www.mobal.com/japan-esims/?source=3402
How does this work with your phone?
Signed up using your link. Thank you. Fantastic content. Question: any private guide tours you’d recommend? Travelling with kids to Kanazawa
@@antont.8642 Sorry, don't know of any but we do recommend you stay near the Castle, then you will be near many places that are walkable especially for children: kenrokuen, samurai district, shopping and dining.
Hi: After having used your JW pocket wifi link, now also the Mobal eSim done! You where the 1st. to tell me that now (finally) a non Japon citizen can hav a local number!! Thanks!!
Thank you for the videos and we love them so much and they are very helpful for us to plan our upcoming trip to Japan in June. However, I have couple questions about the Mobal eSIM; I tried to make a purchase but I can't create an account before making the purchase, is that normal that I can create an account after order made? Also, am I also qualify to get the 1000yen credit for my first monthly bill too? Again, thank you so much for your help,
Whoa, my parents both live in Malawi. Was NOT expecting that shout out but very cool of them. Thanks for the information.
Very useful, hands-on info! Thank you so much! Have always struggled without a local simcard so far but will definitely get this in March on my trip to Japan. You do a precious job with your videos! Thank you so much!
Glad it was helpful! thanks for the comment :)
Great info and detail as usual, thank you! This esim is exactly what we need!
Glad to have helped!
I’ll be leaving next month to Okinawa for two years this is what I need I’ll wait two weeks before I leave to buy the eSIM
Thank you for this, just ordered through your link.
Going to Japan for a month in March so this will be perfect.
Thanks for using our link. Have a wonderful time in Japan!
Thanks for the info, this seems to be more affordable and has more advantages than a pocket Wi-Fi for 30 days stay to the country
Great TH-cam tip. Just bought Sim online and will pickup at Haneda in January on 25th. Every time I enter Japan, it feels like I am back home 😊
Awesome! Where are you visiting this time?
@@KenshoQuest Tokyo, Oita, Fukuoka, Okinawa and Kushiro
@@sasbeo Wow! you are going all over. Fantastic itinerary!
Once again, amazing content. I appreciate the videos, my Japan trip is coming up and this was extremely helpful.
Great to hear! Thank you! Let us know if you have any questions.
thank you for your info, i just buy this!! for my trip next month
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for the good news!😅
Going to be in Japan for 4 months so this is perfect for me.
Exciting! Have a wonderful time.
@@KenshoQuest I’ll be working but I’ll definitely take time out to explore
Thanks I’m heading to Japan end of May, I did exactly this cause I don’t want to haul luggage around.
I'm going to Tokyo by the end of january. It's amazing how things change everyday. Thanks for this info. But, it seems a little expensive when comparing to a pocket wifi. I have not decided yet...so many "if"... Greetings from Rio.
Hi, if you don’t need a Japanese number then there are certainly cheaper options out there. What are your needs for your trip?
@@KenshoQuest , I´ll spend 1 week working in Tokyo, most of the my time under WIFI coverage. But, since my wife is in vacations, she´ll be seeing around some spots in Tokyo area. She will be the one that needs access to find her way, comunicate etc. TKS so much for replaying.😁
Thanks so much! Solving my wifi needs was on my list for my upcoming trip. Just ordered my eSim with access code delivery. I want to hit the ground running. And I definately need/want a Japanese number. I came across this issue so many times on my last trip. I'm printing a small supply of business cards and want to include a Japanese telephone number on it.
Glad to have helped! We hope you have a wonderful trip to Japan.
This mobal solve my Japanese banking issue, since I live aboard in the US. Thanks.
Glad to hear!
Thank you for this informative vdo.
Glad it was helpful!
Hi, thank you for the clear educational videos of Japn.Do you have a video on how to set up mobal sim card on a Samsung phone. I will be going to Japan soon and would like to know how to install it before exploring. Also, on that note, do you have a video on wifi calling or how to use wifi calling for temporary data until you can get to your sim card? Thank you, and I look forward to your response.
Hi. We have a video with general tips on installing an eSIM: th-cam.com/video/Q6tPx8fluR0/w-d-xo.htmlsi=9MzU2pbD6S-N3tdC Is that the type of SIM you are using? Here’s our video on how to use WiFi to call through apps: th-cam.com/video/INaEVItcgQs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=fAv0fxJ-7BnSBHME
@KenshoQuest I've seen both videos, which are very detailed . Thank you. However, when I went to purchase the e-sim for my phone ,I found that my phone does not accept it. So I decided to go with MOBAL sim card instead. Can you set up a physical sim card like an e sim?
@@MsStaceymichelle Hi, the physical SIM process is a bit different. You will get a real SIM card that you will need to either swap out your current SIM unless you have a dual SIM phone. They provide simple instructions to help you get up and running :)
Can you sign up and receive a Japan phone number before you arrive in Japan to use for those reservations you need to try and get before you arrive? Thanks so much for all of your informative videos! I have learned so much especially since we are also traveling as a party of 5.
Does anyone know how well it works at the Tokyo Disneyland Resort area? Will be there for 4 days and the rest of my time in the greater Tokyo area. Thanks!
It didn't make much of a difference for me, but my mobal Japanese number was one digit longer than regular numbers. It wasn't a problem, though. I noticed it when my hotel filled out the ta-q-bin form - the numbers were a little mushed together to make space for the extra digit.
Thanks for sharing.
Woohoo! Thank you.
Great video! Do you know if the eSIMs have the same connectivity issues that Pixel phones had with their physical SIMs?
Hi, glad you liked the video :) Unfortunately, I do not know the answer to your question. I think the only way you will really know is if you test it. You can purchase a cheap 1 day eSIM for your home country and try it.
Thank you for this info. Your Japan travel hacks are always useful and clearly presented.
My question is regarding some US travel credit cards that require two factor security authentication using text messages to your US phone number only when making purchases online in Japan. They don’t use email.
Is there a way to use the temporary Japanese cell number to receive those authentication texts from the credit card company?
Hi, great question! I do not know if this is possible. However, we get around this by also using Google-Fi. We use them exclusively to be able to receive texts, mainly 2FA as you mentioned from the USA. It costs about $20/month if you don't use data and you can cancel anytime. And since your phone is eSIM compatible you can have several eSIMS at once. I hope this helps!
Thanks a lot!!
You're welcome!
Is there a sim card option for having a Japanese number and data? I have my iwatch using e-sim and not sure how many e-sim device my phone supports.
Hi, yes you can also get a regular physical SIM with a Japanese number through Mobal.
I thought Mobal has had this eSIM+phone# thing for awhile. For at least 6 months +, or maybe I was thinking of something else? Either way, it's a great deal compared to AT&T's international plan. We'll save a lot when we go there in 2025.
Hi, they released it a couple of months ago, it just took a while for me to get this video together ;)
Since they have to mail the access code to me anyways, is it better to just get a physical sim or is esim still the way to go? Also, I want to use the Japanese number to purchase some concert tickets before I arrive in Japan that require some text verification. Will I be able to receive text messages in the US using the Japanese number before I actually arrive in Japan? Thanks for the super helpful video. This was great!
Hi, choosing between eSIM and physical SIM is really a personal preference. I've tested both from Mobal and don't really notice a difference. And sorry, you cannot receive a text outside of Japan using the Japanese SIM/eSIM and I don't think you can fully activate until you arrive in Japan. For the text verification you might try your local US number... It might work.
I just found this thanks for the advice becuase I need this because I need Lawson ticket app to apply for a concert. And I need the Japan phone number. Also can I use it outside of Japan with my home wifi?
Hi, unfortunately, the eSIM will not work outside of Japan.
@@KenshoQuest so even once I activate it i can’t switch to the eSIM?
correct. I understand your need for Lawson but it will not work. Instead, once you activate, even if you are not in Japan it will start your usage period even though you wont have any service.
Hello, I will be moving to Japan for one year in September. I have a question: I have an IPhone 12, will I be able to have my original physical SIM card and the mobal eSIM working on the same device? I would like to still be able to access whatsapp with my original phone number, but use a japanese phone number for everything else.
Thank you for the video! Very useful.
Hi, as long as your iPhone is dual SIM capable, meaning you can have both on at the same time, then no problem. We do this now with our iPhone 14 and 15.
@@KenshoQuest Thank you so much for responding!
I'm getting the mobal eSIM card, and on top of that a pocket wifi for extra data, since my japanese apartment will not have free wifi. I watched your video on pocket wifi options and decided to go for mobal too, and I found out that it offers a 10% discount of the monthly fee for eSIM customers! so I feel like I found an option that works great for me thanks to your videos.
Thank you for your content, it is incredibly useful!
Thank you for your sharing. Have you test that mobal long term esim can use wifi calling? If it can, whether wifi calling can enable outside of Japan?
Hi, yes, tested for several months and yes you can use wifi calling. Not sure I understand your second question about enabling outside of Japan? can you rephrase?
Thank you for your reply! The second question is about the accessibility when I am not in Japan. According to Mobal, the long term eSIM only can access the Docomo’s network in Japan. The roaming service is not available. If WiFi calling could be enabled, that means I can continue use this number even I am not in Japan. So could you have tried to use this phone number when you are not in Japan?
Great stuff. Thanks for the tips and walk through. I’m on my way to Japan in Feb and opted for a pickup at Haneda airport. I assume that means I’ll get my Access Code upon pickup and then will need to login to my account to pick the data amount/ plan? Is that correct?
Hi, thanks for watching :) Correct, you will receive your access code at pickup when you show your ID. You can login to your account now if you want to get familiar with it. Otherwise, you are 100% correct :). Let us know if you have further questions. Have a great trip!
Hi, thank you for the information. Do you know that once you cancel the plan, you will lose the phone number, and you will have to purchase the esim again the next time you visit? or do you only buy the esim once, and you can just activate the plan in the future? Thank you for your response.
Hi, yes, once your plan is canceled you will lose the number and you will need to purchase another eSIM the next time you visit.
Thank you for this info. Do you recommend mobal for expats moving to japan long term in need of a hassle-free japanese number? also, i've never used a sim or e-sim before - will i need to get my current phone unlocked? thanks again!
Hi, yes, Mobal is great for expats as they make it very easy. Once you get comfortable in Japan you can switch to a local plan.
And yes, if your phone is locked it must be unlocked before using a different SIM or eSIM
Hello! thanks for the video! Does Mobal have a "speed down" after XMB/day? thank you!
Hi, on Mobal's eSIMs they do not have a fair usage policy. So if you sign up for 50GB plan, it is possible to use up your entire 50GB allotment in one day! After this, your speed will be reduced to 384Kb
Hi, Thanks for the information and we are going to use your link to get the eSIM long term plan for our upcoming trip. Just couple questions: Do I just make the purchase/order first before I create my account? I can see that you will get the credit of 1000 yen by using your link and is it true that I will get 1000 yen credit towards too?
Hi, yes, when you make the purchase you will automatically be creating an account. As for the credit, they may be offering a promotion so I cannot guarantee you will be getting a credit to your account.
@@KenshoQuest Thank you for the information. Love your videos about Japan as this is our very first time visiting in several weeks.
thank you so much for this, great video! do you think this is a good option for those staying longer in japan (e.g. studying there for a year)? do you also know if it is possible to change billing information (for example if you use an international card at first to make initial payments and then want to switch to a japanese bank account after settling in japan).
Hi, yes, Mobal has long term plans for your type of situation. It's a lot easier then trying to the traditional route which is possible but will require more paperwork and require you visiting a mobile carrier office. Changing billing shouldn't be an issue either. Mobal's support is very good if you need to contact them.
@@KenshoQuest thank you so much again! :) i am planning to move to japan in april and will definitely use your link if i decide on getting this eSIM.
Hi! I have purchased a mobal voce and data plan for my trip and I want to turn off data switching but my iPhone only has “turn off data roaming” is that the same? Thanks for your videos!
Hi, look under settings > cellular > cellular data. Then you should see it. For reference , I’m on a iPhone 15
Great Video! I have been trying to order the Mobal E-Sim and pocket wifi but it is not letting choose an airport pickup option even though it says its available. have you experienced an issue on their site like this before? Thanks for your time and best regards
Hi, I have not had these issues. Can you tell me which airport are you trying to pickup from? Also to be clear, you will be able to pickup a Mobal eSIM but the Mobal pocket WiFi must be mailed to you in Japan. This can be your hotel or other accommodation.
@@KenshoQuest Hello and thank you for your response. I overlooked that part XD I thought at first the wifi could be picked up. it is ok though, I ended up getting the E-Sim code for pickup at the airport, and I went with Sakura mobile for my pocket wifi. Thank you for your time and best regards
Now (April 2024) they have Airport pickup on HND and NRT too!
I would like to buy with this affiliate link. Please let me know if I can cancel it within one month, or do I have to stay with the plan at least for 3 months. Tks
Hi, yes! You can cancel at any time.
Do we have to pay for outgoing calls for facetime and wechat video call? Thank You 😅
Hi, as long as you are using an internet app then there will be no charges.
Is Mobal the only company offering this type of product to foreigners right now? Are there any alternative options?
Currently I do not know of any that also offer Japanese numbers for tourists. If you are staying long-term then there are other options where you can purchase directly from companies like Docomo.
@@KenshoQuest TY for the reply.
I just want to add here that I activated this service in Japan several days ago and the service is incredibly lackluster as the data transmission speeds are incredibly slow (and some apps on my phone don’t even seems to want to load/work). I may cancel before my first month is up.
@@EhCloserLook sorry to hear about your data issues. I appreciate you sharing your experience!
Another update:
After arriving in Sapporo, the service seems to have drastically improved.
That said, it was quite bad while I was in Tokyo.
Have Google Fi (Pixel 8) but do have an extra phone that I can bring. Based on the video the only things I think getting I'd get are local number which would be helpful for shipping packages but given that I do not speak Japanese I don't think I could say make reservations at a resteraunt. Does this seem about right to anyone else or would it be a good backup for Google Fi? Any other thoughts?
Hi, great questions. For restaurant reservations a surprising amount of the popular restaurants have some english speaking staff :). And also, we use Google Fi as a backup, always. You can also use it to call emergency numbers in Japan. I should have mentioned that in the video.
@@KenshoQuest You and your wife's videos are deeply insightful. I knew I had a fair amount of planning left but the two of you throw so many things out there I keep re-examining things! Going toward the end of Golden Week (and after) and had decided to go with the Green JR Pass as I wanted to make reservations and get on trains but your wife's video on Hokuriku Arch Pass sure has me thinking I can easily save $200-$300 per person and see more things we would enjoy.
@@jeffboyd9301 thanks! yes, the Hokuriku area is amazing, especially if you want to see a side of Japan that has a fraction of the tourists compared to Kyoto/Osaka and incredibly beautiful. Let us know if you have any specific questions about the Hokuriku Arch Pass or areas. We have more to come on that too!
I have chosen to pick up the MOBAL on arrival. When I am given an activation code I can log in to my account. But how will I get online at all in order to activate the account? Perhaps I have to wait until I have a wifi connection? It seems like a chicken and egg situation. / Thanks
Hi, understand your concern. We have never had an issue using the airport WiFi to activate. Worst case is waiting until you arrive at your accommodation and using WiFi there. Good luck!
@@KenshoQuest Thanks for the clarification so I know the 'how' of how to do it.
can you use just a data esim to text and call people via whatsapp as whatsapp uses data only?
Hi, with a data eSIM you can text and call through apps such as WhatsApp but not send text via SMS, only with a Japanese number can you send SMS
How to activate the data of Mobal? I can't access the internet, Thanks.
HI, sorry but you will need internet access. Can you find free WiFi?
@@KenshoQuest Yes I have access to WiFi
@@snow2480 Once you are connected to WiFi you can scan the QR code to begin the process. Just follow the steps. This video will be helpful: th-cam.com/video/Q6tPx8fluR0/w-d-xo.html
@@KenshoQuest Thanks
Why is the Japanese Governmental Regulations so restrictive in allowing foreign visitors to acquire local phone numbers? Either way, would certainly consider this simply for the peace of mind to, heaven forbid, be able to Call EmergencyServices in a crisis even if it might be a tad on the expensive side at ~$80NZD Converted
That is the question we all want the answer too! Japan certainly is one of the most strict. But we opt for it, for peace of mind.
Will this eSIM works in Okinawa?
Hi, yes should work fine since it is on the Docomo network
I need a japanese number to register in bike sharing app. Is possible use these service for this?
Yes! Absolutely.
Okay, I will not actually be visiting Japan (really wish I were though), but I would really like to get a Japanese phone number, if that is possible. Here is the reason why. I have been using this 3rd party Proxy Buying service, to have them order a product in Japan, and then have that 3rd party ship the item to me in the USA. The only problem is that the 3rd party buying services are unwilling to ask the seller questions for me. So, if I could somehow get a Japanese phone number, then I could sign up for websites like Mercari Japan, and ask the seller a question myself, that I need to ask about the item. Seems like this eSim card idea would not work for me, due to the card (actually code) needing to be picked up in person. Bummer. Wish there were some way to get a Japanese phone number, to receive texts. That is all I really need. I would be so grateful for any ideas about this. Thanks a lot.
Hi, we've been thinking about this but cannot think of anyway for you to get around this since Japan has some pretty strict rules about getting a Japanese number.
@@KenshoQuest Thanks for your reply. I was hoping there might be a way. I mean, all I wish to do is be able to ask the sellers questions, and I can use a Translator to do that. I was hoping there might be an SMS service like Textnow for example, which gives you a free US Phone number. I would not mind paying for a phone number either. If I could, I would just order a Japanese phone, with a SIM card from Japan, and just use it to text questions on places like Mercari Japan, and Yahoo Japan auctions. I understand that is probably not possible though. Love Japanese products so much. It is such an interesting country, with its history, and everything.
The problem with Mobal is the 30 days plan only had 7GB of data.
This is a good point. Many users including myself always have a separate eSIM as well as a pocket wifi. I'm going to bring this issue up to Mobal...
@@KenshoQuest if you got that kind of power that'd be awesome. I'm planning my trip for March it would totally sign up for them if I get a mobile number with 15 gigs of data. But having to have an ESiM plus a regular SIM that's just adds unnecessary complication in my opinion. Love your videos. They've been very helpful!
@@Kaaru5344 hah, I don't know about power, but i can ask. I forgot to mention that if you purchase in the middle of the month, you could get up to 14GB because it resets on the first of the month, regardless of when your plan started.
@@KenshoQuest won't work for me I'll be there the first two weeks of March. :(. Wish the plan had the option to add more data or just included 15 plus gigs.
So I heard back from Mobal. Instead of purchasing the short-term plan you can choose a long-term plan instead! The reason this will work is because you can cancel your plan at any time without a penalty :)
Do they have physical sim?
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@@KenshoQuest thank you
is there such a thing as an esim that only gives you data?
Yes, in fact most eSIMs are data only. Mobal has great options, we also have a separate video specific to data only eSIMs
Sounds like a good idea. So can you just buy it for a month?
Yes, but you need to cancel, but since there is no contract it is ongoing.
@KenshoQuest I'm coming end of March. So would I have to pay for 2 months?
@@nishadjan Hi, I have the same question, do you have to pay for 2 months if you come at the end of the month? Can you please share?
@@bachubachuba 30 days from when you get it. I'll find out once I cancel.
For some reason, I can't get data on mobal. Is something wrong with the system?
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