City in Ishikawa, Japan
Internet in Kanazawa: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Kanazawa?
Median fixed broadband in Japan is 234 Mbps and mobile is 66 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Several relaxed cafés near Kazuemachi and Korinbo; wifi varies and laptop use is tolerated off-peak. Station lounges help.
Getting online in Kanazawa
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre is standard in modern apartments; about 4,000–6,000 JPY a month, and furnished rentals often include it. |
| Cafés and coworking | Several relaxed cafés near Kazuemachi and Korinbo; wifi varies and laptop use is tolerated off-peak. Station lounges help. |
| 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 Kanazawa
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 Kanazawa?
Median fixed broadband in Japan is 234 Mbps and mobile is 66 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Several relaxed cafés near Kazuemachi and Korinbo; wifi varies and laptop use is tolerated off-peak. Station lounges help.
Which SIM card should I get in Kanazawa?
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
- Hokuriku Railroad (Hokutetsu) buses
- Komatsu 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 Spotted something out of date?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.