Moving to Japan with iPhone 7 [closed]

I am moving to Sasebo, Japan, for three years, and am hoping that I can use my AT&T Cel phone there with either Softbank or Docomo service without having to get a new phone. Anyone had any luck doing this? Thanks in advance! -Pat

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Best Answer

If your phone is locked, it won't recognize Japanese SIM. You must unlock your phone, make it a SIM FREE phone. After that, you are free to use any services you want.

Regarding @jcaron comment, Apple Pay can be used in Japan just like in US. You need to change the region of your phone from US to Japan for it to recognize Japanese credit/debit/prepaid cards.

Please note that only iPhone 7 purchased inside Japan (model J/A) can be used as commuter card (Suica). https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207154 (from @Zack Lipton's comment)

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Will my iPhone 7 work in Japan?

iPhones are locked in Japan. It's no problem to roam outside of Japan to North America or almost anywhere, but again cost is an issue. Softbank is the exclusive seller of the iPhone, and you can check the website for costs. Skype works great to save some cash.

Will an unlocked iPhone work in Japan?

But it's 2019 so if your question is will my phone work in Japan with a Japanese sim then the answer is YES- if your phone is unlocked. If your phone is locked it's likely you'll not be able to use it outside your own country except on an expensive roaming plan so arrange to get it unlocked.

Are iPhones locked in Japan?

For those wanting iPhones, you can purchase them at an electronics store (e.g. Yodobashi Camera, Bic Camera), however you will be required to make a contract with one of the major carriers and the iPhone will initially be locked.

Does Apple still support iPhone 7?

Apple won't support iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus when the software ships this fall. The iPhone 7 devices use the A10 Fusion, a chip that also powered iPads that are supported by iOS 16. Apple is yet to say why iPhone 7 will not be supported and people are angry.

Do Not Buy iPhones From Japan

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