간단 답변
Shinjuku Station area has dozens of carrier shops. For foreign residents, budget MVNOs like IIJmio, LINEMO, and ahamo offer English-friendly plans from ¥990/month. Bic Camera and Yodobashi Camera in Shinjuku sell SIM cards with English-speaking staff to help with setup.
Where to Get a SIM in Shinjuku
| Store | Location | English |
|---|---|---|
| Bic Camera Shinjuku West | Nishi-Shinjuku, near West Exit | Yes (dedicated foreign counter) |
| Yodobashi Camera Shinjuku | Nishi-Shinjuku 1-chome | Yes (multilingual staff) |
| docomo Shop Shinjuku | Multiple locations | Limited |
| au/SoftBank Shops | Around Shinjuku Station | Limited |
Popular Plans for Foreign Residents
| Plan | Price | Data | English |
|---|---|---|---|
| ahamo (docomo) | ¥2,970/mo | 20GB | App in English |
| LINEMO (SoftBank) | ¥990/mo | 3GB | Online only |
| IIJmio | ¥990/mo | 5GB | English support available |
| Rakuten Mobile | ¥1,078-3,278/mo | Unlimited (3GB-) | English app |
What You Need to Sign Up
- ☐ Residence Card
- ☐ Japanese bank account or credit card (for payment)
- ☐ My Number card (some carriers require it)
자주 묻는 질문
Q: Can I get a phone plan without a Japanese bank account?
A: Some plans accept international credit cards. Rakuten Mobile and ahamo may accept foreign cards. Prepaid SIMs from Bic Camera do not require a bank account.
면책 조항
Plan prices and availability change frequently. Confirm current offers on each carrier's website.
최종 업데이트: April 2026.