Tokyo - Post Report Question and Answers

Is high-speed home Internet access available? How long does it typically take to install it after arrival?

Yes, you can get it set up right away if on compound. - Jan 2024


The connection on the compound is okay ; it can be hit or miss, but I do think it improved during the time we were there. It's set up as soon as you arrive...I think. - Nov 2020


Yes. The IT office has done a great job upgrading the system on the compound - Mar 2019


Internet is not great. It's slow and we constantly have to reset our router. Many people have three-story units and the internet will barely work on certain floors. - Jun 2018


Internet is good, similar to the US. Our apartment has cable internet included, so I don't know regular costs. - Mar 2018


Yes and no. Service is very slow and seems to be that way all around the compound . - Mar 2017


Yes; through the Embassy - it's is reasonably priced. - Feb 2014


Yes, we have internet and it costs about US$135 for three months of service. - Apr 2013


30 a month - Jan 2011


Yes. Again, living on the compound your only option is go to through the commissary"s internet service. It was reliable and fast, though, so I wasn"t concerned about not having a choice. - Oct 2008


Yes, at the compound, $45/month for internet and TV. - Jan 2008


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