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Pocket WiFi vs eSIM vs SIM Card in Japan: How Tourists Should Stay Connected (2026)

Comparison of eSIM, Pocket WiFi and SIM card options for staying connected in Japan in 2026, with scenario-based recommendations for solo travellers, groups, and long-stay guests.

2026.04.29

Travel Tips

Cash in Japan 2026: A Visual Guide to Yen Banknotes & Coins for Tourists

Old vs new banknotes after the July 2024 redesign, the mystery of the 2,000-yen note, foreign-card ATMs, and where cash still beats cards in Japan.

2026.04.28

Travel Tips

Suica or PASMO in 2026? What Tourists Should Buy at Haneda, Narita, Tokyo & Osaka

Four options in 2026: Welcome Suica, Mobile Suica iPhone, Tourist Pasmo, regular Suica. Where to buy at Haneda T2, Narita T1/T2, Tokyo, Osaka + 2-min iPhone setup.

2026.04.28

Travel Tips

Japan Vending Machines 2026: 1 per 31 People, What They Sell

Japan has 3.93 million vending machines — one per 31 people. Hot coffee, ramen, and unexpected items beyond Coke. How to pay with Suica, ¥1,000 notes, and IC cards.

2026.04.28

Culture