Sources and update record
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Official references
| Source | Used for | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Sakura monthly voice application | Documents and application routes | 8 Sep 2026 |
| Sakura monthly eSIM collection | Applying inside/outside Japan; voice versus data; receipt conditions | 8 Sep 2026 |
| Sakura payment methods | Card approval, Smart Pit and deposits | 8 Sep 2026 |
| Mobal Japan SIM products | Product categories and the route to current product details | 8 Sep 2026 |
| Sakura affiliate terms | Publisher eligibility and approval requirement | 8 Sep 2026 |
| Mobal affiliate terms | Publisher approval requirement | 8 Sep 2026 |
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Update log
8 September 2026 — Initial reference edition. Separated domestic and overseas applications. Kept voice-number needs separate from data-only use. Distinguished deposits from service charges. No final-price ranking or customer success claims.
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September 2026 expansion
Added two planning guides: address-document routes and arrival-day connectivity. Added a tax-inclusive 5GB setup-plus-month example; it is not a date-specific quote. Prices are manually checked snapshots, not live feeds.
Additional references: Sakura prices and IIJmio guidance for people from abroad. IIJmio is included as an alternative route, not as a price-ranked recommendation.
Passport pickup and activation update — 9 September 2026
Added the new-order payment, passport collection and activation routes for Mobal physical Voice + Data SIM. Sources: product payment FAQ, ID requirements, collection, activation and processing times. These instructions do not cover overseas delivery or every Mobal product. No signup or activation test has been performed.