Save on Living Costs in Japan with Rakuten Mobile! A Price Comparison with Major Carriers

Post published:May 1, 2026
Post last modified:May 1, 2026
Post category:Rakuten Mobile
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Rakuten Mobile Employee Referral Campaign

You will receive 14,000 points for switching and 11,000 points otherwise.

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※ After entry completion, both online contracts on this site and in-store contracts at Rakuten Mobile shops are eligible for campaign points.
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In today’s inflationary environment, reducing fixed costs is the most effective way to optimize your household budget. Communication costs, in particular, can be significantly lowered just by reviewing your current plan.

In this article, we explain why Rakuten Mobile’s “Rakuten Saikyo Plan” is the best choice for those looking to save money, compared to major carriers in Japan.

1. Why Optimizing Communication Costs Matters

Many people continue to use major carrier plans, paying between 7,000 and 10,000 yen per month. If you are a couple, that’s about 200,000 yen a year. By switching to Rakuten Mobile for around 3,000 yen, you could save over 100,000 yen annually—a significant boost to your financial future.

2. Rakuten Mobile’s Unbeatable Pricing

Rakuten Mobile features a simple, usage-based pricing structure:

Up to 3GB: 1,078 yen/month
Up to 20GB: 2,178 yen/month
Unlimited (over 20GB): 3,278 yen/month (incl. tax)

For heavy data users, the annual savings compared to a major carrier’s unlimited plan are approximately $90,000 – 39,336 = 50,664$ yen.

3. Beyond Price: Points and Free Calls

Rakuten Point Boost: SPU benefits increase your point returns on Rakuten Ichiba.
Free Calls: Domestic calls are free via the “Rakuten Link” app.
Global Support: Use up to 2GB of data overseas at no extra cost.

4. Conclusion

Switching to Rakuten Mobile is a smart move for your household finances. With no long-term contracts or cancellation fees, start your savings journey today!

Rakuten Mobile Employee Referral Campaign

You will receive 14,000 points for switching and 11,000 points otherwise.

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Greetings! This website is a Rakuten Mobile guide by Rakuten employees. We are here to support and assist people from various countries living in Japan. We believe Rakuten Mobile can make your life in Japan more comfortable. If you feel that smartphone fees are very high in Japan, please take this opportunity to consider Rakuten Mobile! With our Employee Referral Campaign, you can receive 14,000 Rakuten Points for switching from another mobile carrier or 7,000 Rakuten Points for other contracts. First, please log into the Rakuten Mobile Employee Referral Campaign site using your Rakuten ID.