Notice on closing of Asahi Mobile WiMAX service and information on upgrade

UQ Communication Inc., which is the supplier of Asahi Mobile WiMAX service, has announced that it will close its WiMAX service as of March 31, 2020. Accordingly, we will be closing Asahi Mobile WiMAX service.

For those members currently using Asahi Mobile WiMAX service, we recommend upgrading to the succeeding service of Asahi Net WiMAX 2+.

For details on upgrade, please refer to the following webpage.
>> Information on Upgrade to WiMAX2+

Asahi Mobile WiMAX

Asahi Mobile WiMAX is a high-speed mobile service. If you use a mobile Wi-Fi router like the URoad-SS10 (shown above) you can easily carry it around with you when outside and also use it inside your home. The Wi-Fi router will automatically connect to the closest available WiMAX antenna. The maximum possible download speed is 40Mbps. The service currently covers 94% of Japan including 99% of Japan's 12 major cities, in other words you can use it just about wherever you go.

WiMAX is short for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access.

Service Features

• Maximum download speed of 40Mbps, maximum upload speed of 15.4Mbps.
• Service charge is at the lowest level of Japanese ISPs.
• No complicated configuration required. Just turn the device on.
• A Fixed IP address is offered with the service.
• Covers 94% of Japan including 99% of Japan's 12 major cities. See below for how to check the service area.

Data Communication Device

For more about the available data communication devices please visit our Data Communication Devices page.

Service Area

To find out which areas the Asahi Mobile WiMAX service can be used, please visit our Availability Check page to supply the postal address at which you'd like to use the Asahi Mobile WiMAX service.

Asahi Mobile WiMAX - Service Details

Click the Details button to find out more about the Asahi Mobile WiMAX service.

Course Asahi Net Monthly charges Maximum download speeds Maximum upload speeds Asahi Mobile WiMAX Fixed Plan: from 3,410 yen No charge in the opening month. Two-tier Plan: from 362 yen No charge in the opening month. 40Mbps (best effort) 10Mbps (best effort)

How to Apply

>> Read before making an application >> Signup for Asahi Net membership and apply for the Asahi Mobile WiMAX service >> As a current member, apply for the Asahi Mobile WiMAX service

Frequently Asked Questions

Please refer to the page below for frequently asked questions about the Asahi Mobile WiMAX service.

>> FAQ - Asahi Mobile WiMAX