Going Home? Rakuten Mobile Gives You 2GB FREE in Your Home Country — With Setup Guide

Hello, this is Nakagawa from the association.

Do you go back to your home country during long holidays? With Rakuten Mobile, you can use the internet on your phone the moment you arrive — no need to buy a local SIM card. It’s incredibly convenient.

Let’s learn how to use international roaming so you can make the most of it.

Countries Where Rakuten Mobile Works

With Rakuten Mobile, you can still use the internet on your phone in these countries:

• Vietnam
• Sri Lanka
• Indonesia
• Philippines
• Nepal
• Cambodia
• Myanmar
• Thailand
• China
• South Korea

* Supported in more than 100 countries and regions in total. See full list on the official site.

What Can You Do With 2GB?

Once you land at the airport, 2GB is more than enough to message your family (“I arrived safely!”), check a map, or use LINE.

How to Set Up Your Phone for Use Abroad

As soon as you arrive at the airport, follow these steps:

1. Open “Settings”: Tap the gear icon on your phone.
2. Select “Mobile / Cellular”: Go to network or SIM settings.
3. Turn ON “Data Roaming”: Slide the switch so it changes color.

【Important】 Check the Rakuten Mobile App

⚠️ Important
Changing the phone’s settings alone may not be enough.
Before you leave Japan, make sure to also check the “my Rakuten Mobile” app.

1. Tap “Contract Plan” inside the app.
2. Look for “International Roaming (Data Communication)”.
3. Make sure it is set to “ON”.

If it is OFF, the internet will not work abroad.

Tips to Save Your 2GB

💡 If you use up your 2GB, you are not charged extra. However, the speed becomes very slow.

When making video calls with family, connect to your home’s Wi-Fi.

For maps or LINE while you’re out, 2GB is plenty.

Summary

With Rakuten Mobile, you no longer need to buy a new SIM card every time you go home. It’s truly simple.

While you’re still in Japan, check that your app settings are correct!