Unlimited Calls, Total Peace of Mind — LP Mobile’s Flat-Rate Calling Plan Makes Family & Work Calls Stress-Free

Hello, this is Nakagawa from the association.

When you live in Japan, you often need to call city offices, hospitals, and work contacts.

Do you think “cheap SIMs make phone calls expensive”?
Actually, LP Mobile offers plans with unlimited calling built in from the start.
You can talk without worrying about time — take your time!

📞 When You’ll Need a Phone in Japan

Foreign residents of Japan need a working phone in many situations.

■ Situations where you need to call

• 🏥 Hospital reservations: “Is this XX Hospital? Could I book an appointment…”
• 🏛️ Inquiries to city hall: residence card procedures, checking resident records, etc.
• 🏠 Home repair / property management calls: broken plumbing, lost keys, etc.
• 💼 Work calls: checking shifts, reporting a sudden absence, etc.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family and friends: when LINE isn’t available, urgent calls, etc.
• 🚑 Emergencies: 119 (ambulance / fire), 110 (police)

If your phone bill is high, you might think “I’ll call later” and delay important contacts.
With an unlimited calling plan, you never have to worry about that.

💡 What is LP Mobile’s “Unlimited Calling Plan”?

LP Mobile’s “Z Plan” includes bundled plans for people who call often.

💡 What does “unlimited (kaketai-houdai)” mean?
No matter how many hours you talk, no matter how many calls you make, the price doesn’t go up.
Whether it’s 1 minute or 1 hour, the price is the same!

■ Z Plan with unlimited calling — Fees

⭐ The bundled set plan is cheaper than adding the unlimited option separately!

■ Types of Unlimited Calling (3 types)

• ⏱️ 5-minute unlimited: ¥990 / Unlimited free calls up to 5 minutes each
• ⏱️ 10-minute unlimited: ¥1,100 / Unlimited free calls up to 10 minutes each
• ⏱️ 24-hour unlimited: ¥2,640 / Completely free, any duration and any number of calls

Hospital and city hall calls can be long. For peace of mind, we recommend the “24-hour unlimited” set plan.

📊 Comparison with Y!mobile / UQ mobile

If you currently use Y!mobile or UQ mobile, look at the table below.

⚠️ Note!
Y!mobile and UQ mobile require you to add ¥1,980 on top of your base plan.
LP Mobile includes it from the start — no extra fees to worry about.

📶 Is LP Mobile’s Signal Reliable?

Some people worry that “cheap SIMs have weak signal”. Let me explain LP Mobile honestly.

■ Uses NTT DoCoMo’s network

LP Mobile uses the network of Japan’s largest telecom company, NTT DoCoMo.

• ✅ Reliable signal all over Japan — even in mountains and basements
• ✅ Works with SIM-free phones brought from abroad
• ✅ Emergency calls (119, 110) connect reliably over DoCoMo
• ✅ Works wherever DoCoMo signal reaches — great for travel and business trips

■ Times when signal may be weaker

Honestly, communication can be slow at these times and places:

• ⚠️ Lunchtime (12–13) and evening (18–19) rush hours
• ⚠️ Parts of crowded downtown areas (Shibuya, Umeda, Shinjuku, etc.)
• ⚠️ Deep in mountains or deep basement areas

✅ Nakagawa’s comment
For voice calls (unlimited), what matters more than raw speed is “can you get connected”. With the DoCoMo network, LP Mobile is plenty reliable for everyday calls.

🌏 Peace-of-Mind Points for Foreign Residents

■ No special app required

Unlike Rakuten Mobile’s “Rakuten Link” app, you don’t need to download any special app.

• ✅ Just use the phone app that comes with your smartphone
• ✅ No app setup needed
• ✅ No risk of high fees from forgetting to open an app
• ✅ Works the same on iPhone or Android

■ Keep your current number (MNP)

You can switch to LP Mobile without changing your current phone number. This is called “MNP (number portability)”.

• ✅ Keep your current number
• ✅ No need to notify your company / family of a number change
• ✅ Contacts’ numbers in your phonebook stay the same

■ For those who fear phone calls in Japanese

Calling in Japanese can be stressful. But with LP Mobile’s unlimited plan, you can take your time without worrying about the clock.

• 💬 You can say “Please say that again (Mou ichido itte kudasai)”
• 💬 No extra charges even for long calls
• 💬 Confirm important details politely and carefully

💡 Nakagawa’s tip
When calling a hospital or city office, start by saying “Please speak slowly (Yukkuri hanashite kudasai)” for a smoother experience. With unlimited calling, you have all the time you need.

🔧 LP Mobile Support

One worry about cheap SIMs is “can I get help when something goes wrong?”. LP Mobile has solid support.

■ Repair and support available

• 🔧 Partner repair shops handle smartphone repairs
• 📱 Easy APN setup (the phone’s internet settings)
• 💬 Dedicated LINE help desk in Japanese
• 🏪 Agency support also available

■ Can you use a phone brought from abroad?

Yes, if these conditions are met:

• ✅ Must be SIM-free
• ✅ Must have the “Gitekimark” (Japanese radio law approval)
• ✅ Must support DoCoMo bands (Band 1, Band 3, Band 19, etc.)

If unsure, we recommend confirming with LP Mobile’s support before signing up.

💰 Unlimited Calling + Point Activities = Even Better

LP Mobile’s biggest feature is that you can call unlimited AND lower your bill.

■ Unlimited calling + Point-katsu combo

⭐ For example
Z Plan S set (3GB + 24-hour unlimited calling): usually ¥3,278
With monthly points → effectively ¥0 to ¥1,000-something is possible!
Unlimited calling AND almost-zero phone bill. Amazing value!

🎯 Especially Recommended for…

• 📞 People who call city halls, hospitals, and work often
• 👨‍👩‍👧 People who call family or friends frequently
• 🌏 People uncomfortable with Japanese phone calls (call without time pressure)
• 💳 People without a credit card (pay at convenience store)
• 📱 People who don’t want to use a special app
• 💰 People who want to call AND save on phone bills

🎯 Nakagawa’s Saving Advice

• Daily videos / video calls → Rakuten Mobile is strongest (unlimited data)
• Call often + want to save on bill → LP Mobile Z Plan is best
• Few calls + lots of data → LP Mobile standard plan + point-katsu

✅ The key is to choose a plan that matches your own usage.
People who call a lot will find LP Mobile’s Z Plan — with unlimited calling built in — the safest and best value!

📝 What You Need to Sign Up

• Residence card
• Smartphone (SIM-free compatible model)
• Email address
• Payment method (credit card or convenience store)
• To keep your number: MNP reservation number (get it from your current carrier)

📱 Apply for LP Mobile Here

✍️ About the Author: Nakagawa (Kumiai-Nakagawa)

I support the daily life of foreign workers in Japan.
I share easy-to-understand tips for saving money and living well.