Should I get a Pocket Wi-Fi, a SIM Card or an e-SIM? Introduction Before coming to Japan many people begin to ask the question of which would be better for me, a SIM card, e-SIM, or a Pocket Wi-Fi and what are the large differences between the three products. This post will discuss the main differences and similarities among the three items...
The Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo During the Spring time in Japan, probably the most popular event for tourists and Japanese people is Hanami (cherry blossoms watching). Many tourists from all over the world come to Japan to see the beautiful cherry blossoms. And if you’re reading this right now you’re probably here to research where the top...
The Ultimate Guide to Activating Your Genki eSIM: Effortless Steps for Android and iOS Users Welcome to the future of telecommunications! eSIMs, or electronic SIM cards, are revolutionizing how we connect with the world. Unlike traditional SIM cards, eSIMs are embedded directly into your device, offering a more streamlined and flexible approach to managing your mobile services. Today, we’ll guide you through the simple...
Sometimes you schedule SIM card deliveries and make sure to match your schedule, and then delivery just didn’t make it in time so you are out of a physical SIM card for the day of your vacation. With eSIMs that will never happen again. eSIMs are the new SIM cards where you can literally download a SIM card onto your device. There is no...
This is a post to help those who are arriving in Japan and rented out Genki Mobile’s service and is to be picked up at the JAL ABC counter in Haneda Airport. This will be an in depth guide to help you with maps, pictures to make sure you can get to the counter easily. Below is a map of how terminal 3 customs...
This is a post to help those who have ordered from us Genki Mobile and guide you directly to Narita Airport JAL ABC counter with all the pictures and directions you need so you will never get lost when arriving in Japan’s Narita Airport. All of these counters are open from 7 AM till an hour after the last arrival of that day. Note...
One of the most iconic places to visit if you are traveling to japan is the Shibuya Sky! As everyone may know, Shibuya is located in the Tokyo Metropolis in Japan. Known for many aspects like the Shiba Inu statue to the Shibuya Crossing, and Miyashita Park with the great view. But! If you are looking for a view that introduces you to...
When you first arrive in Tokyo, you will look at the train map and most likely be very overwhelmed. There are so many different train lines that are available that it may look very confusing. But you’ll come to find out that it is actually a very well made system that will be very convenient during your travels throughout Tokyo. And if you go...
Sometimes SIM cards are just not enough to suffice when making your trips abroad. You want stable connection during zoom calls or other high data consuming activities so you look at Japan Pocket Wifi options since they are portable and the ability to have multiple devices on at one time. In Japan there are many companies that provide the product but only a few...
A SIM card is a must when traveling to a foreign country, but sometimes getting them can either be a hassle, or you realize that you have overspent on obtaining them since it’s hard to get all the information you need in order to make an educated decision. I have created for you today an article that can help you make those decisions better...
The Truth Behind Unlimited Data Unlimited Data has been a term that has been thrown around quite a lot and is a term that is used quite broadly. Originally since data was not as a commodity and more of a luxury, people who were able to afford unlimited data genuinely received unlimited data. But now with the widespread use of data and hundreds of...
Who doesn’t like Disney theme parks am I right? Well in Japan, there’s two specific Disney Parks in which one is Disneyland and the other is Disney Sea! I am sure people are not aware of Disney Sea as it only exists in Tokyo, Japan. This park has so many attractions that are only unique to the Sea theme. Such as “Journey to the...
Hakone is one of the prettiest locations but for tourists, it can be something that can be very confusing and hard. I have written this article to help those who wanted to plan a trip to Hakone or increase awareness of Hakone being a great tourist destination. This article will discuss the methods of transport, location recommendations, and restaurant recommendations. Method of Transport Bus:...
If you are visiting Japan during the mid March to Early April, the Cherry Blossoms are one of the scenic views you do not want to miss out on. Since it is not comparable to the Cherry Blossom festival, for instance in Washington D.C. As I have been living in Japan for two and a half years, I have noticed that wherever you...
The Tokyo subway system can be very convoluted and a scary thing for a foreigner to face. There are no written rules on the walls on how one should do anything regarding trains and it is not too foreigner friendly. This article I have written for you today may be something you already know, but I have sectioned the post into 2 categories: IC...
If you have a package, letter or postcard to send out at the last minute but you don’t have time to look for a post box or post office at Haneda Airport International Terminal then this blog post will be your saviour. It’s fairly easy to find and it is located very close to the departure gate so it’s great for anyone who has...
Previously, in my other blog post I showed the locations of the post box at the Haneda Airport. For this blog post, I will be explaining where the post office and post boxes are located at Narita Airport Terminal1, 2 and 3. So if you have any last minute letters, post cards or packages that you want to send off then you’ll know exactly...
If you are looking to take some cool pictures for instagram, Tokyo is one of the best places to do so. Here are some of the places that I’ve found that are considered some of the top photogenic locations and some that were visited by famous instagramers. 1. Tokyo Tower (Night View) Tokyo Tower is probably one of the most visited locations in...
Things to do in Miyakojima Miyakojima which is located in Okinawa is a very popular sightseeing place. If you want to get away from the cities in Japan and relax on the beach and have the time go by slowly then I would recommend going to Miyakojima. (source:) Miyakojima is a paradise and there are tons of beached that you can go to. Okinawa...
Things to do at New Chitose Airport Hokkaido has many visitors during the year and in the last few years it has continued to see a fast growth in the amount of tourists. Especially during the winter season, Hokkaido has become known as THE place to be if you love to ski and snowboard. All International flights arrive and depart at New Chitose Airport...
Hoshi Cafe Spica Hoshi Cafe Spica which is located in Osaka is a cafe where you can enjoy sky gazing while having drinks and food. It is pretty much like a small planetarium where the stars and moon are projected on the wall. At this cafe, they even have a roof top where you can actually enjoy real sky gazing at night....
Instagram Worthy Cafes in Omotesando For those of you who are looking for cute cafes in the Omotesando/Harajuku area to take pictures for your instagram posts then you’ll definitely want to visit these cafes below. This is a list of some of the most popular cafes in Tokyo amongst the instagramming girls in Japan. Not only are the food and drinks delicious, the...
How to get to and from Narita Here are the different transportation options for you if you are going from Narita Airport to Shinjuku. The reason I have chosen Shinjuku is because in my opinion it is the most convenient place to stay for tourists and as there are actually many tourists that stay in Shinjuku I thought it would be most helpful...
How to get to and from Haneda Airport (picture source:) Haneda Airport is located much closer to the city compared to Narita Airport. I will be writing a blog post on the different ways to get to and from Narita Airport as well but for this post I will be writing about the different ways you can get to and...
Japan Tax Free Guide If you’re in Japan and you’re planning to do a lot of shopping while you’re there then you’ll want to know how to avoid having to pay the 8% VAT tax. Even if you aren’t planning on doing a lot of shopping in Japan you may end up doing a lot of shopping. So either way it’s best to...