Mobile phone carriers extend quake relief

Japan's key cell phone providers announced on January 29 that they have extended support measures for users affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake through the end of February.

Measures extended through February

NTT Docomo
– Lifting restrictions on communication speed when the amount of available data communication is exceeded
– Free or reduced repair fees
– Reduction or exemption of basic charges for fixed-line communication services

KDDI
– Lifting restrictions on communication speed when the amount of available data communication is exceeded
– Reduction or exemption of procedures for damage, breakage, and loss
– Reduction or exemption of basic charges for fixed-line communication services
– Extension of payment deadlines for data communication and fixed-line services

SoftBank
– Lifting restrictions on communication speed when the amount of available data communication is exceeded
– Extension of payment deadlines for data communication charges and fixed-line services

Fees waived through March

Rakuten Mobile
– Usage fees waived from January to March
(The company has already extended payment deadlines for usage fees for December 2023.)


In addition, the companies will continue to offer other support in affected areas, including cell phone recharging services, free Wi-Fi spots, and satellite phone rentals. These are mainly available at evacuation centers.