How to use free Wi-Fi in Japan
Mar 05, 2024
How to use free Wi-Fi in Japan
Being constantly connected to the Internet while traveling is extremely important these days, as we need it to locate ourselves on a map application or to find travel-related information on websites while traveling.
There are several ways to stay connected to the Internet while traveling in Japan, and one of the best ways is by using the free Wi-Fi hotspots, which are mainly found in big cities in Japan.
In this feature, we’ll list some public facilities where you can get connected to the Internet for free!
Index: How to use free Wi-Fi in Japan
- Major airports
- Train stations
- Convenience stores
- Coffee shops and restaurants
- Hotels and Airbnb facilities
1. Major airports
Major airports in Japan offer free Wi-Fi for travelers, which allows you to connect to the Internet right after you land in Japan. The registration process is quick, easy, and free for unprotected connection, and charged for security-protected connection.
The following airports offer free Wi-Fi connections.
| Prefecture | Airport name |
| Hokkaido | Sapporo New Chitose Airport |
| Sendai | Sendai International Airport |
| Chiba | Narita International Airport |
| Tokyo | Haneda International Airport |
| Nagoya | Chubu Centrair International Airport |
| Osaka | Kansai International Airport |
| Fukuoka | Fukuoka International Airport |
| Okinawa | Naha Airport |
2. Train stations
Most train stations in Tokyo have started providing free Wi-Fi connections to the passengers, but since the Wi-Fi is only available at the train stations, you will lose the connection once the train leaves the station. However, you can reconnect to the Internet at each train stop along the way to your destination.
| Train companies | Wi-Fi name |
| JR Central | JR Central Free Wi-Fi |
| JR East | JR East Free Wi-Fi |
| JR West | JR West Free Wi-Fi |
| Tokyo Metro | Tokyo Metro Free Wi-Fi |
| Odakyu | Odakyu Free Wi-Fi |
3. Convenience stores
There are a lot of convenience stores in Japan, and you can find them everywhere, at every corner and on every street in Japan. In addition to the ATM services, nowadays convenience stores also offer free Wi-Fi connections to their visitors.
| Convenience Stores | Wi-Fi name |
| 7-Eleven | 7SPOT |
| Lawson | Lawson Free Wi-Fi |
| Family Mart | Family Mart Wi-Fi |
4. Coffee shops and restaurants
If you’re looking for both, a place to chill, and a Wi-Fi connection, you might want to go to a coffee shop, fast food restaurant, or family restaurant instead. Some coffee shops and eateries in Japan provide free Wi-Fi spots and also charging facilities.
| Facilities | Wi-Fi name |
| Starbucks Coffee | Free Wi-Fi at_STARBUCKS_Wi2 |
| Gusto | Wi2_Free_at_[SK.Group] |
| Mc Donald’s | 00_MCD-FREE-WIFI |
5. Hotels and Airbnb facilities
Most hotels and Airbnb facilities in Japan offer free Wi-Fi connections inside the room. Usually, the hotel receptionists will give you the username and password for the Wi-Fi when you check in, and Airbnb owners give pocket Wi-Fi which can be carried around while you’re traveling.
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