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povo Launches "povo2.0 Japan SIM" eSIM Data Plans for Foreign Visitors to Japan - Activate in 3 Minutes at LAWSON
KDDI has announced that starting July 1, 2025, "povo2.0 Japan SIM" cards, which allow foreign travelers to purchase data, will be available at approximately 14,600 Lawson locations (note 1) across Japan, a major convenience store chain in Japan. travelers can choose from four plans based on their needs: 3 GB (7 Days), 10 GB (30 Days), 25 GB (30 Days), and Unlimited Data (7 Days) (note 2). They can be purchased at the register with cash and utilize the eSIM card embedded in the customer's device,
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