Narita Airport Pocket Wi-Fi Rental: Prices, Counters & Cheaper Options

Even if you land at Narita Airport (NRT) without an internet connection, you can still rent a pocket Wi-Fi router on the day. Rental counters are located in Terminals 1, 2 and 3, and some of these offer same-day rentals, but it is usually easier and cheaper to order online and pick up from the airport post office or your accommodation a few days ahead.

While you are staying in Japan, there are three main ways to stay connected. You can either rent a pocket Wi-Fi device from an airport counter, collect a pocket Wi-Fi device that you ordered online, or use a prepaid SIM card or eSIM.

In this article, we’ll explain how, where, and how much it costs to rent a last-minute pocket Wi-Fi at Narita Airport. All prices, hours and company details in this article are as of October 2026. 

Landing at Haneda instead? See our Haneda Airport pocket Wi-Fi guide.

Where to Rent Pocket Wi-Fi at Narita Airport (Terminal 1, 2 and 3)

Narita Airport has mobile and Wi-Fi rental counters in Terminal 1, 2 and 3. According to the airport website, these counters are located in the public areas of the terminal, before departure passport control. The full list is on the official Narita Airport rental and SIM page.

Wi-Fi Rental Companies Listed by Narita Airport

Rental Service Providers & Provider Location:

• JAL ABC: Terminal 1 and 2
• XCom Global: Terminal 1 and 2
• J Wi-Fi & Mobile (Global WiFi): Terminal 1, 2, and 3
• Telecom Square: Terminal 1 and 2
• AnyFone JAPAN: Terminal 1 and 2
• SoftBank Global Rental: Terminal 1 and 2
• Rakuten Mobile: Terminal 1
• GPA SIM card vending machines: Terminal 1, 2, and 3

Telecom Square also runs WiFiBOX, a self-service rental machine, in Terminal 1, 2 and Narita Airport train station. Not every company is in every terminal, and each one has different hours and services.  Please check each company's official website for the latest information.

Same-Day Wi-Fi Router Rental at Narita Airport Terminal 1 and 2

Forgot to book? These three services let you apply for a pocket Wi-Fi and pick it up on the day you arrive. Same-day rental depends on stock, so a device may not be available in busy seasons. 

JAL ABC: Arrival Lobby Counters

• Pickup: Arrival Lobby, 1F, in Terminal 1 (North Wing and South Wing) and Terminal 2. Open from 6:30 AM until 1 hour after the last arriving flight.
• Same day: without a booking, apply at the counter. Counter rates apply, and stock is limited.
• Booking ahead saves 20%: online booking costs ¥1,050 per day (4G) or ¥1,584 per day (5G). The online booking deadline for Narita is 5:00 PM (Japan time) the day before pickup.
• Insurance: A Loss & Damage Waiver is ¥210 per day
• Return: at the JAL ABC departure counters, Terminal 1 4F or Terminal 2 3F, open 7:00 AM to 9:00PM.

Details: JAL ABC WiFi rental

AnyFone JAPAN: Arrival Floor Stores (Shared with SoftBank Global Rental)

• Pickup: Terminal 1, Arrival floor, 1F, next to the central entrance of the Central Building. Terminal 2, Arrival floor, 1F, between International Arrivals A and B. Both stores are open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
• Same day: walk-in rental is available at both stores.
• Plan: 5G Unlimited ¥860 per day (tax included). 
• Max Connected Devices: 10 devices.
• Insurance: optional, ¥220 per day. If you lose or damage the device, you pay ¥44,000 without insurance, or ¥22,000 with it.
• Return: at any AnyFone location, including 24-hour return boxes at Narita Airport. 
• Night option: next to each store there is a 24-hour self-service eSIM kiosk and Wi-Fi router rental machine. Check AnyFone's website for its prices.

Details: AnyFone JAPAN Narita Airport stores

WiFiBOX: Self-Service WiFi Box Rental at Narita Airport

WiFiBOX is a self-service machine with no staff. You book online with your smartphone, scan a QR code at the machine, and take the device. To do this, your phone needs an internet connection and a camera. If you have no data yet, use the airport's free Wi-Fi (see below).

• Pickup in Terminal 1: Departure Hall (South Wing), 24 hours. Arrival Hall, 24 hours. 4F Departure Hall (North Wing), at the JAL ABC counter, 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. B1F railway ticket gate level, Skyliner & Keisei Information Center, 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
• Pickup in Terminal 2: Departure Hall, 24 hours. B1F Railway Ticket Lobby, 24 hours. B1F Skyliner & Keisei Information Center, 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
• 4G plans: 200MB ¥300, 500MB ¥440, 1GB ¥660, Unlimited (3GB) ¥840, Truly Unlimited ¥1,390 (per day, tax included). On the Unlimited (3GB) plan, speed drops to a maximum of 1 Mbps after 3GB in one day, and resets the next day.
• 5G plan: 5G Unlimited ¥1,980 (per day, tax included), for airport pickup only.
• Max Connected Devices: 5 devices.
• Insurance: optional, Lite ¥198 per day or Standard ¥330 per day. Without it, you may be charged up to ¥15,000 if the device is lost, damaged or not returned.
• Return: put the device back into any WiFiBOX machine in Japan. It does not have to be the one you rented from.

Details: WiFiBOX Japan plans

*Note: Prices change often, so please check each company's official website before you go. 

Arriving Late? 24-Hour Wi-Fi Rental at Narita Airport

The AnyFone JAPAN stores close at 21:00, but JAL ABC's arrival counters stay open until 1 hour after the last arriving flight. Several WiFiBOX machines and AnyFone's self-service machines are available 24 hours.

Free Wi-Fi at Narita Airport: FreeWiFi-NARITA

Narita Airport offers free public Wi-Fi. Connect to the network named FreeWiFi-NARITA. You can use it inside the passenger terminal buildings.

It is useful right after you land, for example to message your family, book a Wi-Fi, or set up an eSIM. However, it only works inside the terminals. Once you get on a train or bus, you need your own connection. For how to connect, please check the official Narita Airport internet page.

Best Way to Get Wi-Fi at Narita Airport: Counter, Pre-Order, SIM or eSIM

For most travelers, ordering before the trip costs less and saves time. Read more in why we suggest avoiding pocket WiFi rental at Japan's airports.

Remember the main difference. A pocket Wi-Fi is a rental, so you must return it. A SIM card or eSIM is a purchase, so there is nothing to send back.

A SIM card or eSIM only works if your phone is unlocked. A locked phone can only use the network of the company that sold it. Ask your phone company before your trip if you are not sure. Most prepaid SIM cards in Japan also need an APN setting, a short network setting that you type into your phone. The instructions come with the SIM card. A pocket Wi-Fi needs no phone settings, and several people can share one device.

Narita Airport Wi-Fi Rental Price: Compare the Total Cost

A rental price is made of several parts. To compare companies fairly, add them all up for your full trip.

Rental Fees to Check Beyond the Daily Price

Most companies advertise a price per day, but other costs are often added:

• Daily rate: the price for one day. Many companies lower the daily rate for longer rentals.
• One-time fees: some companies charge an administration, handling or activation fee for each order.
• Options: damage insurance and an extra power bank are often sold as paid options.
• Tax: Japan's consumption tax is 10%. Some prices include tax and some do not.
• Delivery or shipping: online orders may have a shipping fee.
• Late return or loss: extra charges usually apply.

Also compare the data rules. A cheap daily rate may come with a small data limit. Compare the total price and the data allowance together.

Example: eConnect Japan Pocket Wi-Fi Rental Price

As a real example, here are eConnect Japan's standard 30-days prices.

• The rental fee covers delivery to the collection point and return postage. No additional charges apply.
• A power bank is included for free.

Prices for other rental lengths are on our pricing page.

Pre-Order Pocket Wi-Fi and Pick It Up at Narita Airport

Pickup at Narita Airport Post Office (Terminal 1 and 2)

With eConnect Japan, you can pick up your pocket Wi-Fi or SIM card at the Narita Airport post office:

• Terminal 1: 4th floor (Departure Lobby), 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
• Terminal 2: 3rd floor (Departure Lobby), 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM

The post offices are on the departure floors, not the arrival floor, so go up after you leave the arrival area. Show your passport and say that you are collecting a package from eConnect Japan. See our guide to post office pickup in Japan.

For a late arrival, hotel delivery is easier: your pocket Wi-Fi waits at the front desk whatever time you arrive. 

We deliver orders 1 or 2 days before the pickup date you choose (very last-minute orders are the only exception). We recommend ordering at least 3 days before your pickup date. You can still order later, but some pickup locations may not be available. In busy seasons, devices can run out, so order as early as you can. See all options on our Pick Up & Return page.

Returning Your Pocket Wi-Fi Before You Fly Home

With eConnect Japan, put all the items in the prepaid return envelope and drop it into any post box in Japan. You can also hand it in at any post office. The envelope is prepaid, so returning it costs nothing extra. Keep the envelope flat so it fits in the post box slot. 

Important: there are no post boxes after airport security. If you return your pocket Wi-Fi at Narita on the day you fly home, post it before you go through security. Read how to return pocket WiFi in Japan.

"Unlimited" Portable Wi-Fi Rental at Narita Airport: Check the Data Rules

Many plans have a Fair Usage Policy (FUP). This is a rule that slows down your speed after you use a certain amount of data, for example in one day. You can still connect, but videos and maps may load very slowly. When a plan says "unlimited," ask whether there is a daily limit and what speed you will get after it.

• eConnect Economy, Premium and Monster Plans have a total data allowance of 20GB, 50GB or 100GB. When you use all of it, the network operator slows your speed. Your connection is not cut off. 
• eConnect Unlimited Plan has no daily or total data limit. However, the network operator (SoftBank) may still slow down users who use a very large amount of data in a short time.

Learn more about throttling and data caps in Japan.

FAQ: Narita Airport Wi-Fi Rental

What if my flight is delayed and I miss my pickup time?

It depends on the company.  With eConnect Japan, the airport post office keeps your package for up to 7 days, so you can still collect it later. If your arrival time is uncertain, hotel delivery is the safest choice. With WiFiBOX, you can pick up the device at a different machine from the one you chose, and you do not need to tell the company first. For staffed counters, contact the company if you will arrive after closing time.

Can I extend my pocket Wi-Fi rental if I stay in Japan longer?

Yes, with most companies, but extensions depend on stock, so contact the company as soon as you know your plans have changed. With eConnect Japan, send an email to info@econnectjapan.com with your order number (e.g. ECJ123456789) and the number of days you want to add. 

Can I take a rental pocket Wi-Fi on a domestic flight in Japan?

As pocket Wi-Fi devices can be used throughout Japan, this is usually possible. However, as they have built-in batteries, airline battery rules may apply. Check your airline's rules before you fly.

Other Ways to Stay Connected in Japan

All of these can be ordered online before you fly. Choose the one that fits your trip.

• Pocket WiFi Rental: best for families, groups and anyone with several devices. Pick it up at the Narita Airport post office or your accommodation, and return it by post box.
• Prepaid SIM Card: data only, on the docomo network, from ¥5,940 (tax incl.). No return needed. Your phone must be unlocked.
• Prepaid eSIM: from ¥2,860 (tax incl.). Nothing to pick up or return. Your phone must be unlocked and support eSIM.