City, Japan
Internet in Nagasaki: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Nagasaki?
Median fixed broadband in Japan is 234 Mbps and mobile is 66 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Some cafés and the station have wifi; many small places do not. A SIM or eSIM is more reliable.
Getting online in Nagasaki
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre is available in most buildings; about 4,500–6,000 JPY a month on a 1–2 year contract. |
| Cafés and coworking | Some cafés and the station have wifi; many small places do not. A SIM or eSIM is more reliable. |
| 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 | ¥2,000–4,000 ($13–25) |
Coworking in Nagasaki
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 Nagasaki?
Median fixed broadband in Japan is 234 Mbps and mobile is 66 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Some cafés and the station have wifi; many small places do not. A SIM or eSIM is more reliable.
Which SIM card should I get in Nagasaki?
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
- Nagasaki Travel Guide (city tourism)
- Nagasaki Electric Tramway
- Nagasaki 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 Spotted something out of date?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.