Wi-Fi and Travel Information in Yamanashi, Japan: Your Ultimate Guide

Travelers in Yamanashi Prefecture should check out available Wi-Fi connections for a comfortable stay. In Yamanashi Prefecture, free Wi-Fi is available at public places (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi), cafés. and restaurants. In this article, we'll explain the free Wi-Fi situation in Yamanashi and our recommended Wi-Fi rental service, WiFiBOX.

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Free Public Wi-Fi Available in Yamanashi

Yamanashi provides a free public Wi-Fi service called "Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi". It has been operated since March 2017 to ensure a means of communication in the event of disasters. During normal times, you can use it to obtain administrative and tourist information.

We're going to take a look at how Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi works, and how you can connect to it.

What is Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi?

As the name implies, it is a free service provided by the local government. The SSID for Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi is "Yamanashi_Free_Wi-Fi". SSID stands for "Service Set IDentifier" and is the name of the network used to identify Wi-Fi communications.
Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi is available to anyone who agrees to the Terms of Use and registers for user authentication.

How to Log in to Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi

To use Yamanashi Prefecture FreeWi-Fi, you must first go to a Wi-Fi spot and open the registration screen. There are two registration options: registration using an email address or a social media account. For social media authentication, you can use Facebook, Twitter, LINE, Yahoo! JAPAN, or Weibo. The time limit for using either method is 60 minutes at a time, and if it is exceeded, the user must re-authenticate.

The login procedure is as follows, respectively.

Registration by email address:

1. Go to a Wi-Fi spot
2. Tap [Settings] on your smartphone or other device.
3. Tap [Wi-Fi] and turn it on.
4. Select the SSID "Yamanashi_Free_WiFi" from the network list.
   

   

   Reference: Yamanashi Prefecture/Yamanashi Prefecture Free Public Wireless LAN (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi) - Japanese text
5. After the connection is completed, the authentication screen appears automatically.
6. When the login screen appears, tap [Register for use].
   

   

   Reference: Yamanashi Prefecture/Yamanashi Prefecture Free Public Wireless LAN (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi) - Japanese text
7. Enter your email address, gender and date of birth and tap 'I agree'.
   

   

   Reference: Yamanashi Prefecture/Yamanashi Prefecture Free Public Wireless LAN (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi) - Japanese text
8. The portal siteappears and internet access is available.
   

   

   Reference: Yamanashi Prefecture/Yamanashi Prefecture Free Public Wireless LAN (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi) - Japanese text
9. After 5 minutes since you start, a screen will appear asking you to enter your user ID and password, enter them and tap 'Approve'.
   

   

   Reference: Yamanashi Prefecture/Yamanashi Prefecture Free Public Wireless LAN (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi) - Japanese text
10. Tap 'Start using' to resume internet access.
    

    

    Reference: Yamanashi Prefecture/Yamanashi Prefecture Free Public Wireless LAN (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi) - Japanese text

Registration via social media account

1. Go to a Wi-Fi spot.
2. Tap Settings on your phone or other device.
3. Tap Wi-Fi and switch it on.
4. Select SSID 'Yamanashi_Free_WiFi' from the network list.
5. After the connection is completed, the authentication screen appears automatically.
6. Tap the social mediaicon used for authentication.

   

   Reference: Yamanashi Prefecture/Yamanashi Prefecture Free Public Wireless LAN (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi) - Japanese text
7. Tap 'Login'.

   

   Reference: Yamanashi Prefecture/Yamanashi Prefecture Free Public Wireless LAN (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi) - Japanese text
8. Enter your account and password, and tap 'Login'.

   

   Reference: Yamanashi Prefecture/Yamanashi Prefecture Free Public Wireless LAN (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi) - Japanese text
9. The portal site appears and internet access is available now.

   

   Reference: Yamanashi Prefecture/Yamanashi Prefecture Free Public Wireless LAN (Yamanashi FreeWi-Fi) - Japanese text

KOFU SAMURAI Wi-Fi spots are available free of charge for tracelers and residents of Kofu City, and Wi-Fi is available for free near facilities with the logo sticker SSID "KOFU_SAMURAI_Wi-Fi" or "KOFU_SAMURAI_Wi-Fi_h". The time limit for using the Wi-Fi is 60 minutes at a time, and you will need to re-access the Wi-Fi after 60 minutes.

Other free Wi-Fi available in Yamanashi

In addition to public free Wi-Fi, Yamanashi offers free Wi-Fi available in a variety of places, including cafés and convenience stores. Internet access is useful for sightseeing, as you can look up travel information, maps, transport options and restaurant reviews at any time.

Let's take a look at the free Wi-Fi available in Yamanashi in various locations.

Cafés

Many chain cafés have opened in Yamanashi, each offering free Wi-Fi services. The main cafés with free Wi-Fi in Yamanashi are as follows

• Starbucks Coffee
• Doutor Coffee
• Komeda Coffee Shop
• Tully's Coffee
• Kona's Coffee
• Musashinomori Coffee
• St Mark's Cafe

Many cafés allow you to use Wi-Fi without registration and only by agreeing to the terms and conditions of use, with a connection time of 30-180 minutes at a time. In most cases, if you reach the time limit, you can use it again by reconnecting, with virtually no time limit.

Family restaurants and fast-food outlets

Family restaurants and fast food outlets may also have their own free Wi-Fi service available. The main family restaurants in Yamanashi where free Wi-Fi is available are as follows

• Gusto
• Denny's
• Jonathan's
• Yumean
• Saizeriya
• Bamiyan

The main fast food outlets with free Wi-Fi in Yamanashi are also listed below.

• McDonald's
• Mos Burger
• Kentucky
• Lotteria
• Subway

Free Wi-Fi may not be available in some shops, so check the availability of Wi-Fi in advance when you intend to use it.

Hotels

Many hotels in Yamanashi offer free Wi-Fi access to their guests; some hotels charge for Wi-Fi access, so make sure that free Wi-Fi is available when making a reservation.

The main ways to use the hotel's free Wi-Fi are as follows

1. Switch on 'Settings' > 'Wi-Fi' and select the hotel access point displayed.
2. The login screen appears. From there, enter the ID and password specified by the hotel.

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For sightseeing in Yamanashi, you can use free Wi-Fi provided in public places, cafés and hotels, as mentioned above. Free Wi-Fi spots are available here and there, but depending on the location and time of the day, the speed may be slow and internet access may not be smooth in some cases. Some hotels may not even offer free Wi-Fi.
If you want to use the internet comfortably while traveling in Yamanashi, or if you are worried about using free Wi-Fi, why not rent a Wi-Fi router?

Meet our recommendation: WiFiBOX, a Wi-Fi rental service where every procedure, from reservation to return, is completely contactless.

Here's how you can rent a WiFiBOX.

How to Use and Set Up the Wi-Fi

Reservations for WiFiBOX are done on the website and can be completed as quick as 2 minutes.

First, choose your travel destination, then select the usage period, , then select your internet plan.

Add the items to your cart and tap "Checkout." The login screen will appear, and you will be asked to register as a new member. If you have an account, please log in.
After that, complete the payment to complete your reservation. You may choose payment methods using a credit card or debit card.

Where to Pick Up and Return the Wi-Fi Router

While conventional Wi-Fi routers are handed over at airport counters from the staff or by courier, all you have to do with WiFiBOX is to pull out the router from the designated "box." There is no face-to-face interaction involved at all.

You can pick up your router at a dedicated WiFiBOX rental machine, currently located at Narita Airport, Haneda Airport, Kansai Airport, Chubu International Airport, Fukuoka Airport, Tokyo Station, and Shinjuku Station.
More WiFiBOX will be added, mainly at airports throughout Japan.

When picking up the router at the WiFiBOX machine, simply scan the QR code with your phone, tap the "pick up" button, and pull the Wi-Fi router out from the slot.
Upon leaving Japan, return the router by simply inserting it into a slot in a nearby rental machine.

The advantage of this service is that you only rent the Wi-Fi router itself, with no accessories, so your bag will not be bulky during your trip. Mostsmartphonesare compatible with this service as long as they are not very old models.

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What is Yamanashi?

Yamanashi Prefecture is located in the Chubu region and borders Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Nagano and Shizuoka prefectures. The prefectural capital is Kofu City, which is blessed with rich nature, including forests and famous water sources, with the World Heritage Site Mt Fuji at its center.

It is also famously knowned as a fruit kingdom, producing the largest amount of grapes, peaches and plums in Japan. When the season comes, many travelersvisit Yamanashi only to taste the fruit. It is also known as the birthplace of wine production in Japan and is home to around 80 wineries. The region is also rich in food, with many places offering affordable and yet delicious delicacies called "B-Class Gourmet"; some of which are specialities such as Houtou and Kofu Tori Motsuni.

Places to visit in Yamanashi

Yamanashi has many spots where you can enjoy the beauty of nature, such as Mount Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan, and open-air baths with spectacular views. There is also Fujikyu Highland, which is popular for its attractions that are guaranteed to make you scream, so you will never be short of places to enjoy.

We're going to introduce three of the best places to visit in Yamanashi

• Mt. Fuji
• Fujiten Snow Resort
• Fujikyu Highland

Mt Fuji

Stretching from Yamanashi to Shizuoka prefectures, Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776 meters and is a renowned symbol of Japan. Fuji, which has long been known as an object of worship, was listed as a World Heritage Site on 26 June 2013. Its beautiful form has inspired many artists and has been the inspiration for numerous works of art.

The climbing season usually runs from early July to early September, with the "Yoshida Route" on the Yamanashi side known as a recommended route for beginners. Many people come here each year climbing the mountain to see the sunrise from the summit.

Reference:Yamanashi Prefecture, World Heritage Site, Learn about Mt.Fuji

Fujiten Snow Resort

Fujiten Snow Resort, located in Narusawa-mura, Minamitsuru, Yamanashi, is a ski resort at the first station of Mt. Fuji, with seven different courses, offering a wide range of winter sports experiences for beginners and advanced skiers. There is also an area where small children can play in the snow and enjoy skiing and snowboarding to the fullest, making it suitable for children having theirdebut on the slopes.

In summer, visitors can enjoy unique outdoor sports such as mountain biking on lava terrain, summer slopes where winter skiing and snowboarding can be used directly, and sledge-type pokers.You can also enjoy BBQ at there.

Reference:Fujiten Snow Resort - Japanese text

Fujikyu Highland

Fujikyu Highland, located in Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture, is an amusement park famous for its attractions that make you scream, and haunted houses. Screaming enthusiasts will not want to miss the 2,045-meter long "FUJIYAMA" roller coaster and the "Takabisha", also a roller coaster, which has been recognizedin the Guinness Book of Records for its maximum drop angle of 121 degrees.

Of course, there is also a wide range of attractions that can be enjoyed by those who are not good at screaming, as well as facilities for children to play, such as Thomas Land and Lisa and Gaspard Town. Admission is free, so you can enjoy just the attractions you like at no extra charge.

Reference: Fujikyu Highland - Japanese text

Internet and Wi-Fi Situation in Yamanashi

When travelingin Yamanashi, you probably won't experience much trouble in using the internet, as public free Wi-Fi provided by Yamanashi Prefecture and places like cafés, restaurants and hotels are available in many cases. However, it should be noted that the connection may not be smooth depending on the time and location. For stress-free travel, Wi-Fi rental service "WiFiBOX" is recommended for those who want to use the internet comfortably and safely while sightseeing in Yamanashi.

With affordable rates and simple procedures from reservation to return. You might want to rent one if you are planning to visit Yamanashi!