City, Japan
Internet in Hiroshima: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Hiroshima?
Median fixed broadband in Japan is 234 Mbps and mobile is 66 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Few laptop-friendly cafés; hotel lobbies and chain cafés near the station are best. Mobile data is strong in the center.
Getting online in Hiroshima
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre is standard in newer buildings; about 4,000–6,000 JPY a month, with pocket wifi for short stays. |
| Cafés and coworking | Few laptop-friendly cafés; hotel lobbies and chain cafés near the station are best. Mobile data is strong in the center. |
| Tourist SIM | Data-only SIMs and eSIMs sold at airports and Bic Camera or Yodobashi, about ¥2,000–6,000; voice numbers need a residence card. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | docomo, au, SoftBank, Rakuten Mobile |
| Monthly data plan | ¥3,000–5,000 ($19–32) |
Coworking in Hiroshima
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in East Asia
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | 362 Mbps | 89 Mbps |
| Macau | 322 Mbps | — |
| Taiwan | 298 Mbps | 111 Mbps |
| South Korea | 251 Mbps | 251 Mbps |
| China | 238 Mbps | 176 Mbps |
| Japan | 234 Mbps | 66 Mbps |
| Mongolia | 86 Mbps | — |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Hiroshima?
Median fixed broadband in Japan is 234 Mbps and mobile is 66 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Few laptop-friendly cafés; hotel lobbies and chain cafés near the station are best. Mobile data is strong in the center.
Which SIM card should I get in Hiroshima?
Data-only SIMs and eSIMs sold at airports and Bic Camera or Yodobashi, about ¥2,000–6,000; voice numbers need a residence card.
Can I use an eSIM in Japan?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Japan
- docomo
- au
- SoftBank
- Rakuten Mobile
- Visit Hiroshima
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- Hiroshima Electric Railway (Hiroden)
- Hiroshima Airport
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.