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  • IIJmio vs ahamo vs povo Speed Test 2026: Which is Fastest?

    Speed comparison of IIJmio, ahamo, and povo in Japan 2026. ahamo and povo run directly on Docomo/au networks with no throttling. IIJmio is an MVNO—faster off-peak, slower at lunch and evening. MMD Research March 2026 ranked povo #1.

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  • Cheapest Mobile Phone Plans Japan 2026: From ¥850/Month

    Japan's cheapest mobile plans ranked by price for 2026: IIJmio from ¥850/mo (2GB), LINEMO ¥990/mo (3GB, LINE free), Rakuten ¥1,078/mo, povo ¥0 base (pay-as-you-go). Full comparison with data, network, and English support. Updated March 2026.

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