JCOM Inc. has partnered with AIRGSM PTE. LTD. to begin offering the eSIM for overseas data roaming, “eSIM for Overseas Travel (by Airalo),” to current J:COM service users from Monday, December 16, 2024.

Airalo is the world’s first and largest eSIM marketplace. It has over 10 million users worldwide and provides eSIMs in over 200 countries and regions. If you are currently using J:COM services and apply for “eSIM for overseas travel (by Airalo)” via the J:COM official website, you can use it at a 10% discount off the regular Airalo price. You can purchase and set it up before you leave for overseas travel, and when you are overseas, you can get it issued in as little as 3 minutes when you want to use it “simple” and “fast” by simply setting the APN. If you have any trouble overseas, Airalo’s customer support will handle it, so you can rest assured.
This is the first time that an MVNO operator has partnered with Airalo to provide a service.

J:COM customers can access Airalo’s eSIM offerings at a 10% discount

United States (including Hawaii): 4.05 USD per 1GB for 7 days, 9.90 USD per 3GB for 30 days
Taiwan: 4.05 USD per 1GB for 7 days, 8.55 USD per 30 days
*The yen conversion is based on the exchange rate of 4.05 USD per 1GB for 7 days as of December 9, 2024 (1 USD = 150 JPY). Exchange rates are subject to change, so please check the latest information. Currently, payment is only in dollars, but we are preparing to offer payment in Japanese yen.

Steps to start using

1. Visit the Official J:COM Website: Navigate to the J:COM website to access the Airalo eSIM service.
2. Select an eSIM Plan: Choose the eSIM data plan that suits your travel needs.
3. Apply the Discount: During the checkout process, the 10% discount will be automatically applied to your purchase.

In response to long-standing requests from customers who wish to use data communications overseas, we have partnered with Airalo to provide this service. The process can be completed easily online, and the service can be used at an extremely low price, eliminating the hassle of returning the Wi-Fi router. Use the “eSIM for overseas travel (by Airalo)” to enjoy a more comfortable overseas travel experience.

said Yuji Yamabe, Director of Mobile Business Division, JCOM Inc.

We are honored to be able to provide Airalo eSIM to all J:COM service users. Airalo strives to make cross-border mobile communications simpler and more accessible. We provide an environment where you can use the Internet overseas without hassle, and enjoy your trip with your loved ones even more.

said Airalo Head of Business Development Japan, Shohei NishibayashiWe

Through the provision of new J:COM services, J:COM will continue to work towards realizing a future in which everyone can enjoy comfortable services as a matter of course.

Considerations for Choosing an eSIM Provider:

• Coverage and Network Quality: Ensure the eSIM provider offers reliable coverage in the areas you plan to visit in Japan.
• Data Plans and Pricing: Compare data packages and pricing to find a plan that suits your data usage needs and budget.
• Activation Process: Look for providers that offer easy activation processes, preferably allowing activation before arrival in Japan.
• Customer Support: Opt for providers with accessible customer support to assist with any issues during your stay.