Which is the Best Pocket WiFi for Japan Travel 2024? TESTED & REVIEWED

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Over the past 15 months I have been testing different pocket WiFis in Japan. Each of the devices in this review have been tested for a minimum of one month and each serves a different type of traveler. By the end of this video you will know which pocket wifi is the best for your trip to Japan. One of the devices you get to keep!
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@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Sakura Mobile: www.sakuramobile.jp/joji808-top Japan Wireless: www.japan-wireless.com/?via=kenshoquest (SAVE 10% JWKENSHO) Ninja Wifi: ninjawifi.com/en (SAVE 10% KENSHO10) Mobal: www.mobal.com/japan-wifi/?source=3402 🌟We appreciate the commissions we earn when you shop through our affiliate links!

@carloscanizares4699 2 месяца назад

How long do these savings last? We’re going in late an October and don’t want to buy them too early. But I also want to support you.

@nishadjan 2 месяца назад

I'm coming for 29 days. Ordered mobal esim through you as I needed a loc phone number. Do you think I should get the pocket wifi as well?

@nishadjan 2 месяца назад

Since I ordered my mobal esim could I also order japan wifi as well? Or should I keep the same esim and pocket wifi with the same company?

@eruko 2 месяца назад

Ordered Japan Wireless. Thanks for the coupon code!

@rjs5512 Месяц назад

Thanks! 3 Japan Wireless Pocket reserved for next May.They applied your 10% + 1 free e-Sim also as unexpected treat! :-)

@letsreaditogether Месяц назад

Thank you. That was very helpful 😊

@ericat.7242 20 дней назад

Thank you! So helpful!

@alexispolk6086 Месяц назад

Thinking of doing Ninja! Thanks for the super helpful video!

@sososweet4656 2 месяца назад

Just came back from Tokyo yesterday. I tried Nija pocket wifi because docomo was reserved out at Haneda airport. Ninja wifi was useless, often roaming even in Tokyo (we stayed in Minato-ku) even though we rented unlimited 10g/day. We needed for direction use since most of places we've been to had strong free wifi. The device we rented did not last full day even though we charged to full every day. I hope this helps others to know. By the way, many of your youtube info were very useful. Thank you. Japan was amazing! We miss it already and we are going back next year...can't wait!

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

I'm sorry to hear about your experience but greatly appreciate you sharing your experience! Hopefully, your next trip will be better. So glad you had an amazing trip :)

@Mr.Monta77 2 месяца назад

I have the same experience. Never pocket wifi again. Had a slow 4G and nearly dead battery. Was a nightmare. Customer support was very nice though. When they finally answered.

@karenalvarez7545 Месяц назад

@@Mr.Monta77which company?

@Mr.Monta77 Месяц назад

@@karenalvarez7545 It was Japan Wifi. Very disappointed with their portable wifi. I was in Japan mainland and Okinawa recently and bought an eSIM for my iPhone which gave me both a real japanese phone number plus 4G on my phone. This worked perfectly all the time. The company is Mobal. I was very happy with this service and it is very practical to have a japanese phone number to share with people I met. Disclosure: I have no affiliation of any type with Mobal and purely speak of their service as a paying private customrr. If you have a modern iPhone this works really well. But remember that you must doenload a link with their eSim installer, after your eSim account has been activated by Mobal during business hours.

@anot8888 2 месяца назад

Our family has been using Japan Wireless in our Japan leisure trips. We are generally satisfied with their devices (pocket wifi and pocket translator). We used the Japan Wireless pocket wifi devices in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Kyoto, Kobe, and Fukuoka. We never had issues.

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Thank you for sharing your experience! It helps a lot!

@goodguygood Месяц назад

Best review & comparison 👏 🎉

@jojosmith1097 2 месяца назад

I picked up two Sakura Mobile devices since one of our party will go off on separate ventures. Maybe I should've rented two different companies but really didn't want to get into the business of comparing. Great video and love the spreadsheet info.

@traceytaylor-harris194 Месяц назад

Very helpful information. Thank you.

@KenshoQuest Месяц назад

Glad it was helpful!

@miranthos 12 дней назад

Thank you so much for making this video, it really helped a lot!

@KenshoQuest 11 дней назад

You're welcome!

@egayB 23 дня назад

nice, now I know what to chose on my incoming trip 😉

@Rocky32189 2 месяца назад

Thanks, this is very helpful. Your videos demystified this topic for me. I’m going to Japan for the first time later this year.

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Awesome! We have tons of videos to help with your travel but do let us know if you have further questions.

@fifieashiblie6732 25 дней назад

Watched most of your Japan videos, it has been really informative for me as this is our first time to Japan. I've taken down all your tips. Thanks for all your effort, insight and detailed comparison, you made it easier for us. Also, for the discount coupons, much appreciated.

@KenshoQuest 25 дней назад

Great to hear! Let us know if you have questions. Have a great trip!

@jessehoffman3823 2 месяца назад

Thanks for the video, we used Japan Wireless and it has been seamless so far!

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Thanks for letting us know!

@Liafram 2 месяца назад

Fantastic comparison. Thank you! I'll go with Ninja, as the issues with the other providers are completely unacceptable.

@Monizukax Месяц назад

Thank you so much ❤

@matgeek 2 месяца назад

Finally an honest review! After spending the evening doing research on the topic you answered my questions. Ninja Wifi with the 10 gb package seems to be the best for us. Thanks and I'll make sure to use your code!

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Glad to have helped!

@ret4kind 2 месяца назад

Liked, thank you

@snow2480 Месяц назад

I’m going with Mobal because I need it for long term use and I think it’s the cheapest considering you’ll get to keep the device Thanks a lot it’s really helpful.

@SirJulioG 5 дней назад

Thank you.

@orisbit Месяц назад

Thank you, a lot good informations, I will be in Japan for 30 days!

@KenshoQuest Месяц назад

You’re welcome! Enjoy Japan.

@gerardcmoi 2 месяца назад

Nice video. We used Japan Wireless for our 3 weeks trip along the golden route last year. Ease of use and good connections and we never needed to use the extra battery; we only use it for Google Maps/Translate and some what'sapp calls. This year we'll probably take the Wifi Rental Store as it appears cheaper and adequate for our use.

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Thanks for sharing!

@flamecore 2 месяца назад

We found japan wireless to be the cheapest as well when we were comparing pocket wifi prices for our japan travel. Been using them since our first trip to Japan and now we’re on our 8th, never had any issues!

@ranasportsnews Месяц назад

😊

@fifieashiblie6732 25 дней назад

Thanks for sharing your experience, it's out first time to Japan and thinking of renting Japan wireless.

@JudithLeitner-zj2mc 21 день назад

I've just returned from 2 weeks in Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima and, after your recommendations, we rented pocket wifi from Japan Wireless. And it was excellent! Pick-up at Narita was so easy and return by mail also as there are mailboxes at Narita in departures next to the check-in desks. Coverage was super, too, and speeds were perfect for our use. Many Many thanks for your recommendations, which were so useful.

@KenshoQuest 19 дней назад

Hi, thank you for sharing your experience with Japan Wireless. The more we use them the more we like them :)

@tortugareale2060 24 дня назад

Super helpful. Thank you. Wondering if you (or any reader here) has used CDJapan for Pocket WIFI???

@RAJESHSHARMA-ei1mv 2 месяца назад

Thanks....

@LindaSueGarland 2 месяца назад

Thanks!

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Thank you!

@rank1839 2 месяца назад

Thanks . I’m thinking the Ninja plan would be good. I just gotta see if the have a 14 day plan.

@yukia3886 2 месяца назад

I went to Tokyo Japan in May 2023 for 3 weeks. During that time, I opted in for a Sim Card. From my experience??? I'll never do that again. I'm not a huge data user... very very casual with checking and uploading status with some pics on Facebook only, no other social media, checked my email every once in a while, and made a free online phone call once a day back home to the USA. Within about 15 days of my 21 day stay, I ran out of gigs and had to purchase another sim card for more data for the last few days. Total cost was about $90 USD. I'm going to get a pocket wifi for this November when I go back for a 2 week vacation ❤ Thanks for the video! I'll probably go with Japan Wireless 😊

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Thanks for sharing your experience. Very helpful!

@fatharryxx1 2 месяца назад

Thanks

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Happy to help, Thank you!!

@lambo_oreo 2 месяца назад

Thanks. Super helpful. I’m leaning towards Ninja but do you recommend 5 or 10 GB plan for a family of four?

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, it really depends on your usage. For instance, my son plays games online and he can easily use up 5GB himself per day! But most will probably only use about 1GB/day. So if you watch a lot of videos or post media on social media then 10GB is a safe bet. Otherwise, 5Gb might be enough.

@kieronspoors1608 2 месяца назад

Hi. Informative video. For a 2-week trip as a solo traveller, do you think I should get both an e-sim (like that one you mentioned before that has the Japanese number) and a pocket wifi?

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, since you are solo it depends on how much data you need. If you don’t need a lot then the eSIM might be enough. I now always recommend getting the one with the Japanese number as it can be useful for reservations and if you have packages delivered, also good for security.

@dindintan9703 2 месяца назад

Thank you, very helpful. Would you happen to know the dimensions/weight of the Japan Wireless pocket wifi? Couldn't find any information on their website.

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, I am not 100% but If you get one of the newer models then I believe it is the same size as Mobal's, which is 126 x 66 x 10mm (5” x 2.6” x 0.4”) The older ones are thicker but smaller. I show this in the video.

@dindintan9703 2 месяца назад

@@KenshoQuest Thank you!

@JBG1968 2 месяца назад

I rented a pocket Wi Fi at Haneda airport . I believe it was a company called Global . It worked great . Small , lightweight , fit easily in my front pocket . Speed was good and only lost my connection once on the going back to Honshu from Shikoku . The battery life was also very good .

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Thanks for sharing your experience. If you rented a tourist pocket WiFi from Global then it would be Ninja WiFi.

@JN1NJA 21 день назад

yep same experience as you. very good speed considering ive been using it for google maps, youtube, etc. Never had a dropped connection and the gps accuracy while using maps was very good going from tokyo, kyoto, and to hiroshima. Also I had it on for 12+ hours everyday and never had batter issues

@sundrymusic9617 2 месяца назад

Appreciate this tip. Until now it looked like Sakura would be the best for an 80 day trip later this year, starting in Kushiro, Hokkaido. Do you recommend ordering from Mobal about 7 to 10 days in advance, with shipping to my Kushiro hotel (with my arrival details, and telling hotel to expect a package)? Does Mobal ask you at some point if you want to end or continue the contract beyond 90 days, or do you have to remember to specify that end date as it approaches?

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, Sakura is a solid option but we have not tested it in Kushiro. Though overall in Hokkaido we have had pretty good reception. Yes, ordering in advance is a good idea and shipping to your hotel should not be an issue. Yes, inform your hotel and that will not be an issue either. As for canceling with Mobal, after 90 days your contract becomes month-to-month. You can cancel any time from your account page. You will be billed on the first of each month so just make sure you cancel before that. Please contact them for more details. Also of note, once your device is shipped it will automatically become active usually within 2 days. So if they ship immediately it will activate even before you pick it up.

@sundrymusic9617 2 месяца назад

Sensational, that seals the deal. Many thanks. Amongst others, I watched your hands-free luggage videos, and they clearly have a place in my travels too. @@KenshoQuest

@TheAussief1 Месяц назад

Possibly hotel wifi is interfering with router, same being close the Disney world.

@royhi1809 Месяц назад

If you have a cellphone with dual sim capability and can be use international...get a japan sim card. You can order it online and have it delivered to your hotel. I did and it was not only easy, but simple. You should be able to use it as a mobile hotspot. (I used a S23 Ultra) When you're done just throw away the sim and you don't need to worry about losing it.

@trounbyfire 2 месяца назад

So will wifi calling work or not? If so then calls and text should be no different. Ill get a pocket wifi for that reason.

@daveng4698 2 месяца назад

Great video! I have one question re: Ninja WiFi, I understand there is a limit of 5 devices at the same time but can we swap end devices? I have a family of 5 and we each have cell phones that will be connected most of the time but the kids will also need to do some homework on their laptops and my wife and I have tablets. Can we connect and disconnect cell phones, tablets, and laptops as needed as long as we have no more that 5 at the same time?

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, great question and yes, it can be any device and swappable, only a max of 5 at any one time. As a family, you might also consider getting either a SIM or eSIM for your phone as a backup.

@Jack.Chogii 2 месяца назад

Thank you so much for the video. My daughter is going to Tokyo Japan next week for 10 months for exchange student program. I already set up international T-Mobile 15gb per month plan but I don't think that would be enough so I was wondering which one of these do you think is better to serve as home wifi for her. Thank you

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, all of the pocket WiFi's discussed in this video have options for long-term. But if I was to choose one, since you already have a good T-Mobile plan, it would be Mobal, because it is the lowest cost per month and your daughter will own the device. Though keep in mind that it has a limit of 100GB of high speed data per month. Let me know if you have further questions.

@Jack.Chogii 2 месяца назад

Thank you, Mobal it is then :)@@KenshoQuest

@crystalgale15 2 месяца назад

I will be staying at Okayama the longest. Will be in Japan for 18 days. Which one will have the best option for me? it's my first time going to Japan and your videos has helped. thank you!

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, reception in Oakayama should be good with all of the carriers mentioned. But we did use Sakura Mobile in that area last year with good success. but since they all should work well, it will depend on how much data you need and if you need a certain amount of high-speed data/day.

@crystalgale15 2 месяца назад

@@KenshoQuest thank you so much for the response!

@HardyOh 47 минут назад

Anyone with T-Mobile, what’s your experience with International data usage and reception?

@TheWolfHowling 2 месяца назад

I’m currently in the very early stages of organising my first journey to Japan for January, as a Solo Traveller, lasting around two weeks ish. Because I endeavour to set my smartphones up with their own eSIMS [Mobal Voice + 30GB iPhone & Airalo 10GB Samsung], the main device I would be connecting to a Pocket Wifi would be my LTE enabled iPad. Personally, rather than rent a mobile hotspot that is another thing to remember, carry & power, I was considering simply acquiring a large data allotment eSIM/SIM for the tablet, currently Mobal 50GB but could change if I find a bigger data bucket. I figure that, if I did need to hookup another device, my iPad could activate Wireless Tethering & share its connection. Are there any potential pitfalls that you can see in my strategy that I’m missing?

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, I think your planning is one of the most well thought out I've ever come across. Choosing both Airalo and Mobal is a good idea since they use different networks and cover the big three: SoftBank, DoCoMo and KDDI (au). If you need more data, it is pretty easy to get on the spot. Currently, I have not come across a better deal than Mobal's 50GB plan. At least not from a reputable company. I'll make an update later in the year as I get more information. Since you have time, I'm betting that we will see more offerings later this year due to the competition.

@esmeraldamendez6705 2 месяца назад

I need to receive and make outgoing calls from and to the USA. I also need to be on Zoom meetings, what options do you recommend in order to stay connected while in Japan.

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, for receiving and making calls I recommend Mobal eSIM. But if who you need to call uses WhatsApp then you can save with that. mobal esim with a Japanese number: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-aQU42wIbDtU.html For zoom meetings your best options are pocket WiFis either Japan Wireless or Sakura mobile. I've used them both for zoom without issues. However, do keep in mind the fair usage policy can come into effect.

@lisat4707 11 дней назад

Very informative video, thank you! Wanting to go with Japan wireless and would like to pick up at Haneda. They only have a pick up at Terminal 3 and we arrive in Terminal 2. We are traveling with a larger group so I don’t want to spend too much time traveling between terminals. We are not going to be at the same hotel for the duration of our trip but the drop/off pick up seems to be from the same hotel. Do you know if they have another pick up location in Terminal 2 or the option to drop off to one hotel and pick up in another? Thank you

@KenshoQuest 11 дней назад

HI, unfortunately, only Terminal 3. So you can have it sent to your hotel then when you are ready to return, you can just drop it off with Japan Post mail box which are easy to spot and find as they are bright red.

@lisat4707 11 дней назад

Thank you for the reply. Is there a Japan Post box in terminal 2 and will the device come with an envelope? Just would like to clarify because the website did not have a drop off to hotel with the option to droop off at post box. It seems that will drop off and pick up at same hotel so I am confused. Thanks.@@KenshoQuest

@KenshoQuest 11 дней назад

@@lisat4707 Yes, you should be able to find a post office drop box at the airport. Or drop it off before you head to the airport.

@lisat4707 10 дней назад

Thank you so much for the info! @@KenshoQuest

@kingreese808 Месяц назад

Hi ! Trying to decide between Sakura & Japan Wireless for this years trip, would you know which network is stronger, Docomo or Softbank in more rural remote areas?

@KenshoQuest 29 дней назад

Hi, this is a tough question. we have used both extensively now in urban and some rural areas of Hokkaido and Okayama area with good success. But if I had to choose one, I am currently leaning towards Japan Wireless since recently, their connection has been stronger and faster.

@kingreese808 29 дней назад

@@KenshoQuest Thank you for the reply I appreciate it! So it seems like Softbank has gotten much better since last year there. We had no problems with Sakura on Docomos network, but will maybe try out Japan Wireless this year & see how Softbank goes. We’ll be staying with family in the Aomori area mostly & I’ll come back to update after our trip! Thanks again!!

@Stinger301 2 месяца назад

Hello Heidi, I wanted to express my gratitude for your previous response to my comment on RU-vid. I am hoping to gather some information and recommendations for my upcoming trip to Tokyo in three weeks. My family and I will be starting our itinerary in Tokyo and plan to stay there for a few days while visiting the local sites. Following that, we plan to travel to Kyoto and stay at Hakone for one night before continuing on to Kyoto. We will be spending a few days in Kyoto and then traveling to Osaka for our final leg. We have also planned a day trip to Hiroshima from Osaka. I am curious about the best way to travel to Hakone. Is it possible to purchase a Shinkansen ticket to Kyoto and then hop off at Odawara to continue on to Hakone, and then use the same ticket to get to Kyoto on the following day? Additionally, we will be traveling with children and may have a couple of large suitcases. Would buses in Japan be able to accommodate these large suitcases, as we would prefer not to forward our luggage to our destination beforehand? Any assistance or recommendations you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi. No, a single-journey Shinkansen ticket will only take you from point A to point B. No hopping off and using it the following day. I would recommend buying a ticket on the Romancecar Limited Express train from Shinjuku Station in Tokyo to Hakone-Yumoto Station. You can use a Hakone Free Pass to explore Hakone for a day. See: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-XpuGU_2zNuQ.html Separately you can buy a Shinkansen ticket from Odawara Station to Kyoto. Local buses will not be able to accommodate large suitcases, but long-distance highway buses may be able to. Here's our video on traveling with luggage in Japan: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-w0KnobpyfSI.html I recommend packing as light as possible for Japan. We even overpacked for our current trip! 🌸 Heidi

@specfu 2 месяца назад

what about a 14 day plan? im heading over for 13 nights and i been looking for something that would be good for a couple weeks

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, for 14 days both Japan Wireless and Sakura Mobile are solid options. But Japan Wireless is cheaper and comes with a power bank.

@rayngrace 2 месяца назад

What's best for 5-days in Tokyo 1-day in Hakone/Mt Fuji viewing? Is it Japan Wireless? Will be using Unlocked Android Phones. Thanks

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, yes, I think Japan Wireless is a solid choice for your itinerary. But do note, some areas in the mountains near Fuji, connection and speeds can be slow with any company.

@SaitamaHatesMosquitos Месяц назад

Hello, I wanted to know what Pocket Wifi should I get? I was thinking of getting the Ninja Wifi (Softbank) as I will be using the internet a lot. I will be in the Hokkaido area, would you say this brand is recommended? As I heard some areas only have good coverage for certain carriers.

@KenshoQuest Месяц назад

Hi, we just spent a month in Hokkaido: Asahikawa, Sapporo, Otaru, Niseko, Hakodate. I have not tested Ninja Wifi in Hokkaido in a few years. But during our recent time in Hokkaido we were using both Japan Wireless and Mobal's pocket WiFi. While both worked really well, Japan Wireless usually had faster download speeds. It also uses Softbank and comes with a powerbank. So unless you need the guaranteed data allotment speeds with Ninja Wifi, I would go with Japan Wireless. We were never hit with any fair usage policy issues.

@MC-vk2yx 2 месяца назад

I am taking a 10 day Japanese cruise end of this month and go to 8 Japanese ports and one port in Korea( Busan). I will stay for another 7 days in Tokyo- Kyoto area. I’m using Narita airport for flights to and from the USA. Can you recommend a Wi-Fi solution for my trip?

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, if you do not require a dedicated large amount of data per day then both Sakura mobile and Japan Wireless are good choices, with Japan wireless the lower cost and also includes a powerbank. The networks have great coverage throughout Japan too but I do not know how if ( if at all ) your connect will be while on your cruise. Let me know if you have specific concerns or if you prefer an eSIM please watch this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-H2ZQ6c_jA9U.html

@NN-ng123 2 месяца назад

Hi, I will be traveling in Japan/HK/Taipei. Any suggestion of e-sim or SIM card or pocket Wi-Fi to work at all 3 countries? My phone is unlocked. Thank you

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, I recommend both Ubigi and Airalo. They have plans that cover many asian nations including the ones you will be visiting. They also allow you to use the eSIM as a hotspot. (aff links) Ubigi: few.cellulardata.ubigi.com/?P512C3F57DA13131 Airalo: airalo.pxf.io/ZQJnJQ Here is a video with more info: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-H2ZQ6c_jA9U.html

@shawnvj1153 Месяц назад

Kensho san, thanks for the information. regarding the Mobal pocket wif, can i pay for the whole 3 months and keep the device even though i will in Japan for 30days? thanks for your reply.

@KenshoQuest Месяц назад

Hi, you're welcome! Yes, you can! However, you will be charged monthly for three months. Just be sure to cancel after your term.

@shawnvj1153 Месяц назад

@@KenshoQuest Kensho san, domo arigato.

@withinjapan2024 2 месяца назад

Just to let you know as I work with MOBAL as a partner they do NOT come under fair use policy so their speed is never capped

@sharewithme8856 2 месяца назад

Surely?

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

I just checked this, and their WiFi does have fair usage policy BUT their eSIMs do not.

@chrischan3639 Месяц назад

I m your fan. Can you tell me which web is relisble for searching flight and hotel infos in for japan trip. Which hotel is cheap and close to subway? My buget is under 200 cad.

@KenshoQuest 29 дней назад

Hi, for hotels: Hotel MyStays and APA are good options and are usually near stations. They also have good breakfast options. We prefer to use Expedia here: expedia.com/affiliate/xVQ9hEf For searching flights we use both skyscanner.com and www.google.com/travel/flights

@jennyc1905 Месяц назад

Hi Kensho, Do I need to reserve any of these packet wifi before the trip? Can I just buy one from airport when we get there?

@KenshoQuest Месяц назад

Hi, if you want to get a pocket WiFi it is best to reserve in advance as it will be hard to rent one on the spot and will most likely be more expensive. If you want to get an eSIM or SIM card you can get these on the spot, but again I recommend you purchase in advance to be sure you get one that meets your needs. Best eSIMs: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-H2ZQ6c_jA9U.html

@killerwolf6105 2 месяца назад

Do you have any recommendations for a wifi for a 2 week stay throughout all around japan? Idk if i should get a pocket wifi or just call my carrier and have an international service.

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, I think japan wireless is a solid option and will most likely be a better price then your local carrier, but please check. Also, if you don't want to carry around a pocket wifi you might consider an eSIM that allows hotspots. Here is a link to our video on that: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-2fhdT0Ubxmo.html

@killerwolf6105 2 месяца назад

@@KenshoQuest Thank you so much!

@seanly2772 Месяц назад

I was curious if you consider purchasing your own pocket router/wifi from your home country (USA) and pay for just the data in Japan?

@KenshoQuest Месяц назад

HI, this is certainly possible. But to be sure you may want to check with the carrier to see if they know of any issues with your model of pocket wifi/router

@mosalazar1 2 месяца назад

Are the prices for rental the same with English version compared to the Japanese version for ninja wifi?

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

You can select a language under the settings on the Pocket WiFi.

@cg4201 2 месяца назад

Can you use the mobal one in other countries

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, yes you can but you will need to get a SIM card specific for that country. Also, you might want to check the frequencies supported just to be sure.

@Japaninhimself 26 дней назад

I used Sakura Mobile last year. I was in Japan for 10 weeks 8 weeks is enough for me. To pay for Sakura mobile. I extended my usage by 10 days and found out they charged just as much as 30 days. After the 10 days I sent it back and just used the hotel WiFi and Starbucks and McDonald’s. I have a VPN anyway. Next time I don’t even need pocket WiFi. I know my way around d Tokyo. If I want to chill and watch something. I’ll just use the hotel WiFi and plan my trips for the filling day with screenshots of train stops.

@KenshoQuest 19 дней назад

Thanks for sharing your experience, it helps everyone make a more informed decision.

@jaybeltisroy8239 14 дней назад

Will be in japan for 18 days. Will be visiting fukuoka, hiroshima, Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe amd tokyo. I am a heavy data user. What will be your suggestion?

@KenshoQuest 12 дней назад

Hi, I think either Japan Wireless or Sakura Mobile will serve you well. You might want to check out their coverage areas if you might be visiting some remote places. Japan Wireless uses SoftBank and Sakura uses DoCoMo. Also to throw into the mix, if you need to stay connected and if your phone is eSIM capable you might want to get one in addition to the pocket WiFi. If you do, then I recommend getting one that uses a network other than the one for the pocket Wifi. So if you choose Sakura for your pocket WiFi, since they use DoCoMo, then I would also get an eSIM that uses a different network like AU or SoftBank. This gives a little assurance that if one network doesn't have coverage,hopefully the other does. This tactic has worked well for us.

@daveboardman8026 2 месяца назад

hi I use an iPhone and am wondering if you have to have a SIM card in your phone to use pocket wifi?

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, you do not need a SIM card for pocket WiFi to work, as long as your phone has WiFi capability is all you need

@daveboardman8026 2 месяца назад

thank you@@KenshoQuest

@zinky123 2 месяца назад

Can we renew Mobal when we come back like 8 months later? (After 90 days)

@KenshoQuest 2 месяца назад

Hi, currently no. they are trying to resolve this. I will make an update if and when this happens. In the mean time you will need to purchase a separate physical SIM for data in Japan. This can be through Mobal or any other carrier like Sakura, Japan Wireless or others.

@garygiles63 Месяц назад

Hi, looking for help and advice, I'm travelling Japan in a camper for 6 weeks. My work is on the Internet, which allows me to travel for long periods of time. The issue I am having is the 2gig a day fare usage limit. This seems to be on all travel data sim cards. This is totally messing up my trip, as I am constantly hitting the limit and having to find WiFi spots. Has anyone found a solution to please

@KenshoQuest Месяц назад

Hi, if you want to stay with eSIM then I recommend Mobal. They have a 50GB data that does not have a fair usage policy. So you could use all 50 GB in one day! They are also going to release a 100 GB plan very soon! We use them all the time including right now. But we also always get a pocket WiFi to be sure we are covered for fair usage policy, using a different network ( Docomo & Softbank or AU ) and just being sure we have enough data. Here is a link to mobal ( affiliate ) www.mobal.com/japan-esims/?t=st&source=3402

@garygiles63 Месяц назад

@@KenshoQuest Hi, Thanks very much for your detailed reply, much appreciated. I manage to install the esim and its been working fine, until today, where it stopped working. I'm awaiting a reply from support. Thanks again. G.

@victorlanced780 Месяц назад

8:50 so the device was password protected but another security setting wasn't turned on?

@KenshoQuest Месяц назад

Hi, yes, it's what I thought but I don't know for sure. The good thing is that it was replaced quickly and the second device wasn't faulty.

@LouieGrandie 22 часа назад

Who do you feel is the best if I just want to buy a SIM card? I have a GlocalMe Numen and I get a local sim when I travel

@KenshoQuest 14 часов назад

Hi, if you are just looking for a physical SIM card or eSIM I highly recommend either Mobal, Japan Wireless or Sakura Mobile. The coupons in the description of the video are valid for SIMs, eSIMs and pocket wifis.

@ey2149 2 дня назад

Can you charge the Ninji Wifi using your own power bank with standard USB?

@KenshoQuest 2 дня назад

Hi, yes, you can however depending on which model you get the pocket WiFi might have either a USB-C or micro USB connector.

@kylek.4239 Месяц назад

I’m going to Tokyo for 10 days and will be on a cruise around Japan for a week, which company should I go with?

@KenshoQuest 29 дней назад

HI, all of these will work well in the Tokyo area but am not sure if they will work at all once you are out at sea...

@kylek.4239 29 дней назад

@@KenshoQuest that’s good to know, thank you! The cruise stops at several places all around Japan, does the pocket wifi work everywhere in Japan or is it just Tokyo?

@KenshoQuest 28 дней назад

@@kylek.4239 Yes, pocket wifis in the review will work almost everywhere in Japan except the most remote places and sometimes you could be blocked by interference.

@darthdiddums845 Месяц назад

Used Sakura Mobile for my first trip using pocket wi-fi...I was given a unit that had no charge, lucky for me I had memorised the route to my hotel, and the unit needed to be rebooted every day for it to work...sigh...not a happy camper at all. My limit was 999gb over a 16 day period. When it did work, it was wonderful, but many a day I had to rely on local wifi and McDonalds...too unpredictable for my liking as I often went off the beaten track. So, no, I do not recommend Sakura Mobile pocket wifi at all. My phone is unlocked, so I might go the esim way next trip this October/November...

@KenshoQuest Месяц назад

Sorry to hear about your experience but appreciate you sharing so others can make a more informed decision. Hopefully, eSIM will work better for you!

@user-dg3oe5wv8z 21 день назад

Can I buy them at the airport or hotels.

@KenshoQuest 19 дней назад

Yes, you can buy at airports but your selection will be limited and you may pay a higher price. I do not know of any hotels where you can rent pocket wifis.