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Actual Measurement Data on eSIM and SIM Data Speeds in Japan [Latest 2026]

This data shows actual connection speeds measured in Japan (including Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka) for eSIMs, physical SIM cards, and roaming. We hope this helps you choose the right plan before your trip or business trip.

Average downloads
28.7 Mbps
Average upload
5.9 Mbps
Average Ping
66 ms
Number of measurements
13
Last updated: April 3, 2026 Number of services: 6 Number of carriers: 5 Fastest Speed Record: 56.0 Mbps

Average Speed Rankings by Carrier in Japan

#CareerAverage downhill speedAverage uphill speedPingNumber of cases
1 au (KDDI) 39.9 Mbps 12.4 12.4 Mbps 58 ms 3件
2 Rakuten Mobile 38.4 Mbps 7.3 Mbps 57 ms 2件
3 SoftBank 30.2 30.2 Mbps 3.0 Mbps 59 ms 5件
4 Transatel 12.2 Mbps 3.7 Mbps 105 ms 2件
5 NTT DOCOMO 1.7 Mbps 2.7 Mbps 59 ms 1件

Speed Comparison by Service Available in Japan

#ServicesCategoryAverage downhill speedAverage uphill speedPingNumber of cases
1 au (KDDI) Local SIM 39.9 Mbps 12.4 12.4 Mbps 58 ms 3件
2 Rakuten Mobile Local SIM 38.4 Mbps 7.3 Mbps 57 ms 2件
3 SoftBank Local SIM 33.4 Mbps 3.3 Mbps 62 ms 4件
4 Y!mobile Local SIM 17.5 17.5 Mbps 1.7 Mbps 51 ms 1件
5 Ubigi eSIM 12.2 Mbps 3.7 Mbps 105 ms 2件
6 ahamo Local SIM 1.7 Mbps 2.7 Mbps 59 ms 1件

The State of Telecommunications in Japan and Key Considerations for Choosing a Service Provider

We have compiled data on internet speeds in Japan (including Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka). Please use the rankings by carrier and service listed above to help you choose a plan before your trip.

The data is based on users' actual measurements and is automatically updated whenever new measurement results are posted.

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Latest measurement data

au (KDDI) Local SIM
au (KDDI) Chino Xiaomi 14T Pro April 3, 2026
32.00
Download speed (Mbps)
6.50
Upload Mbps
61
Ping ms
au (KDDI) Local SIM
au (KDDI) Tochigi Pixel 7 March 31, 2026
56.00
Download speed (Mbps)
27.50
Upload Mbps
51
Ping ms
SoftBank Local SIM
SoftBank Hino Pixel 6a March 17, 2026
19.50
Download speed (Mbps)
0.60
Upload Mbps
67
Ping ms
SoftBank Local SIM
SoftBank Nagano iPhone 16 Pro March 17, 2026
48.50
Download speed (Mbps)
5.90
Upload Mbps
57
Ping ms
SoftBank Local SIM
SoftBank Setagaya iPhone 16 Pro March 17, 2026
53.40
Download speed (Mbps)
3.80
Upload Mbps
66
Ping ms
Ubigi eSIM
Transatel Hino iPhone 16 Pro March 17, 2026
9.60
Download speed (Mbps)
2.70
Upload Mbps
108
Ping ms
Ubigi eSIM
Transatel Hino iPhone 16 Pro March 17, 2026
14.70
Download speed (Mbps)
4.60
Upload Mbps
102
Ping ms
SoftBank Local SIM
SoftBank Hino iPhone 16 Pro March 16, 2026
12.00
Download speed (Mbps)
2.90
Upload Mbps
56
Ping ms
Rakuten Mobile Local SIM
Rakuten Mobile Hino iPhone 16 Pro March 16, 2026
43.40
Download speed (Mbps)
9.20
Upload Mbps
58
Ping ms
au (KDDI) Local SIM
au (KDDI) Hino iPhone SE (2nd gen) March 16, 2026
31.70
Download speed (Mbps)
3.20
Upload Mbps
61
Ping ms

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