Moving to a New Home in Japan? A Stress-Free Way to Get Home Wi-Fi


Moving to a new apartment in Japan is exciting, but setting up the internet can be a nightmare. Many talk about "Hikari" (Fiber-optic) internet, but there is a catch: Koji (ε·₯δΊ‹) , which is construction/installation.

What is Koji? For many cases, standard fiber internet requires physical construction. This may mean waiting 4–8 weeks for an appointment, getting permission from your landlord to drill holes for cables, and taking a day off work to oversee the construction.

If you prioritize absolute speed and stability (for pro-gaming or heavy 4K editing), Hikari is probably worth the wait. But for many of us who just want to work from home, watch YouTube, and scroll social media, Rakuten Turbo may be the smarter, stress-free choice. Rakuten Turbo is a home router that you can use by plugging into an outlet, no construction needed!

Which one is right for you?

Feature Hikari (Fiber) Rakuten Turbo
Setup Time 4–8 Weeks Arrives in little as 2 Days
Construction Required (Drilling) None (Just plug into outlet)
Best For... Hardcore Gamers / 4K Streamers; those who want absolute speed and stability Remote Work, Netflix; those who just want simple Wi-Fi

πŸš€ Why Choose Rakuten Turbo?

  • Plug & Play: No construction or drilling. Just plug into a power outlet.
  • Fast Setup: Ships fast—arrives in as little as 2 days.
  • Unlimited Data: Reliable 5G/4G coverage.
  • Earn +2x Points on your Rakuten Ichiba shopping (SPU benefit).
  • Employee Referral Bonus: Get an extra 7,000 Rakuten Points via this link!

🎁 EXCLUSIVE: Click here to use the Employee Referral Link

(Log in to become eligible for the 7,000 point bonus)

πŸ“Š Pricing & Plan Details

Rakuten Turbo keeps pricing simple. Here is the breakdown of what you'll actually pay:

Item Price (Tax Incl.)
Monthly Basic Fee 4,840 Yen
Initial Admin Fee 3,300 Yen (One-time)
Hardware Cost 41,580 Yen
(Monthly installments available. Currently eligible for points-back campaigns!)

πŸ’° How to "Stack" Your Benefits

To get the maximum value, make sure you take advantage of these rewards:

  • Employee Referral: +7,000 Points (Exclusive via this link)
  • Hardware Campaign : Get points back to make the device effectively 0 Yen. 
    (Campaign Code: 2699)
  • Rakuten Ichiba Bonus: Get up to 20,000 Points if you shop on Rakuten Ichiba for eligible genre products in the same month you apply!
    (Campaign Code: 2038)
  • Mobile Bundle: Get 1,000 Points back every month if you also use Rakuten Mobile. (Campaign Code: 2698)
⚠️Some campaigns may not be eligible to be applied together; please check official campaign page for details.

πŸ“ 3 Steps to 7,000 Bonus Points

STEP 1: Log in First

Click the Employee Referral Link and log in with your Rakuten ID. This "locks in" your eligibility for the bonus points. You must do this before you complete your application.


STEP 2: Apply for Turbo

After logging in, you will be directed to the employee referral campaign page. From there proceed to the Rakuten Turbo application.


πŸ’‘ Forgot to use the referral link? If you signed up in the last 7 days without the referral, clicking the link now might still qualify you for the 7,000 point bonus!

STEP 3: Start Using

Plug in the device once it arrives and connect to Wi-Fi; you can easily connect by scanning the QR code. Stay active for at least 9 days. Your points will be rewarded in installments starting around 4 months later.

⚠️ Essential Tips

To ensure you get your points and stay connected, keep these in mind:

  • Home Address Only: Unlike Pocket Wi-Fi, Rakuten Turbo is a "Home Router." It must stay at your registered home address. Do not bring it to cafes or hotels—it may stop working if used elsewhere.
  • Moving? If you move again, make sure to update your address in the my Rakuten Mobile app, and you can take the router with you to your new place. Just make sure to get this done before you turn it on at your new home!
  • Point Expiry: These bonus points are Time-limited Points. They are usually valid for 6 months.
    πŸ’‘Pro-tip: Use points to pay your monthly bill so you never waste them! Or you can use it for other Rakuten services!

*Information accurate as of March 2026. Terms and conditions apply. Please check the official campaign page after logging in for full details.

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