Japan’s telecommunications sector is one of the most active markets in the world. Coming into 2010, the country was undergoing strong competition among the mobile operators in the 3G segment of the market which now comprises 95% of the total mobile market. Heavy discounts and aggressive promotions, as well as the introduction of new methods of handset repayments in instalments, are responsible for the growth occurring across Japan’s already mature mobile sector. This, combined with operators shutting down their 2G networks in the next few years and the acquisition of mobile content, is propelling the robust growth being experienced in the 3G market. ARPU has continued to decline but this is expected to turn around by 2011 to show growth as more non-voice data makes it way to the market. Japan is one of the world’s leading mobile telephone markets, not only in terms of size but also in terms of innovation and its ability to be early with the introduction of advanced technologies. The market is characterised by intense competition and as user needs become varied, it becomes more difficult for any one carrier to hold on to a majority of market share. Japan has concrete plans to start implementing commercial operations of Long-term Evolution starting in 2010 by NTT and other operators following suit up to 2012. It is also important to note, that most MVNO have more than one MVNO agreement with various MNOs and we have listed most known and Active Japanese MVNO companies (where possible). If you have updated information about the companies listed below, or are not listed then please use the following form.

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Current Japanese MVNO/MVNE Companies

This is an updated and fairly comprehensive listing for MVNOs (Mobile Virtual Network Operators) in Japan today. We have listed most known and Active Japanese MVNO/SP & ESP companies (where possible). If you have updated information about the companies listed below, or are not listed then please use the following form.

ACCA Networks
ACCA Networks Co., Ltd. is the essential source for top-level company data and information. ACCA Networks provides broadband access services through internet service providers (ISPs) and network service providers (NSPs). It also offers machine to machine services (M2M) such as surveillance, operation management, equipment maintenance and net services. The company primarily operates in Japan, where it is headquartered in Tokyo.
MVNO; networks: eMobile E & NTT DoCoMo D; services: postpaid; Status: Active. [S:W12]

BMOBILE
A wholly owned subsidiary of Japan Communications Inc.. (See JCI for more details)
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo; MVNE: Japan Communications Inc.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active.

BBIQ
BBIQ is owned by Kyushu Telecommunication Network (QTNet) an optical broadband services provider “BBIQ (Bibikku)” has designed a new product to target customers with high-speed mobile connectivity services “BBIQ Mobile (EM)”.
MVNO; network: eMobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

Berry Mobile
Berry Mobile is owned by a2network Inc. which is a leading MVNO using MNO; NTT DoCoMo. Berry Mobile is also an MVNE Provider and has developed the a2network Mobile BEST (Mobile Business Enabling Solution Technology) to provide other MVNOs with support.
a2Networks signs a deal with Novatel Wireless for mifi routers…
MVNO/SP; network: NTT DoCoMo; Services: Pre+postpaid; Status: Active

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BIC Camera
MVNO/WIMAX; network: UQ Communications WiMAX; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

BIC WIMAX
Owned by RANET CO., LTD., a large retail chain in Japan.
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [Source:W1]. [S:W13]

NEC Biglobe Ltd.
BIGLOBE (combination of the words “big” and “globe”) is one of the leading internet service providers in Japan, operated by NEC Biglobe, Ltd., a 2006 spin-off from NEC. Biglobe applied and was granted an application for a WiMAX MVNO service which is supported by UQ Communications. Biglobe also has an agreement with eMobile. Biglobe Ltd., is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council). See [S:W6]
MVNO/WiMAX; networks: eMobile HSDPA & UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

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BRI Inc.
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

Chubu Telecommunications Co., Ltd.
“Mobile Komyufa light (UQ)” technology, a new service offered by Chubu utilises “WiMAX” technology with down streams of up-to a maximum of 40Mbps (*) for mobile Internet. Chubu Telecommunications Co., Inc. (the “Company”) is a regional telecommunications carrier based in the middle area with its own fiber-optic network, Itadakimashita submit any personal information from customers through services such as Recognizing the importance of social responsibility and to protect personal information appropriately. KDDI Corp are a majority shareholder of Chubu Telecommunications Co Ltd, a provider of telecommunication services, from its wholly owned parent Chubu Electric Power Co Inc,.
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. – New 05-01-11

Contour Networks formally known as (Communications Security & Compliance Technologies)
CCT is a wholly owned subsidiary of Japan Communications Inc. Group.  JCI was founded in 1996 as the world’s first MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) and since 2001 has been providing innovative mobile data solutions in Japan. JCI pioneered the integration of wide area wireless and WiFi Networks and has been the dominant wireless data MVNO in Japan with over 50% market share. CCT also develops billing solutions for MVNO and MVNE.
MVNO/MVNE; Japan Communications Inc.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

Communication network company aka COSMONET
No further Information can be found on this company or its MNO Partner. Cosmonet has multiple services, and has its own MVNO licence. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com. Cosmonet is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown. [S:W12]

Cyber Space Communications Co., Ltd MyAccess
Cyber Space sells its product MyAccess.
MVNO; network: Willcom (PHS); Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

Daiwabo Information System Co., Ltd. / (DIS)
MVNO/WiMAX; network: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W4]

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Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu (Japan Group) delivers a full range of services to our clients in areas of audit & assurance, consulting, ERS, financial advisory, Japanese services and tax. The Company is a conglomerate with multiple services, and solutions, so we suspect that Deloittes operates as a consultant. [See: Consultants]

DELL Japan
The Japanese arm for the world’s number-two PC supplier is offering new laptops (in Japan) with internal HSPA cards that have been pre-configured to access a 7.2Mbps wireless network across the entire country using NTT DoCoMo, well Dell acts as the MVNO. Dell has applied for an MVNO licence, which it has received.
MVNO/SP; network: NTT DoCoMo; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

Disney Mobile
Disney Mobile was an MVNO Company in the United States which launched in June 2006 but ceased operations in December 31, 2007. In Japan, however Disney is an MVNO when it re-launched service in March 2008. The service is a joint venture between SoftBank Mobile and Oriental Land Co.
MVNO; network: SoftBank Mobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data/Voice); Status: Active. [S:W13]

Dream Train Internet Inc.
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: eMobile HSDPA & Willcom & UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

EC Navi Mobile
EC Navi which operate a price comparison site has launched its MVNO service using KDDI‘s network. In addition, as a Unique Selling Point USP, EC Navi signed an agreement with All Nippon Airways (ANA) in November, 2009 which, when users top-up there SIM Cards, they will receive free Air Miles.
MVNO; network: KDDI; MVNE: INPHONIX INC.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data/Voice); Status: Active

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Edion
edion KuaLnet and UQ Communications have signed an MVNO/WiMAX network agreement to provide Edion customers with a flat-rate data communications service.
MVNO/WIMAX; network: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

eo mobile
“eo mobile” is owned by K-Opticom Corporation. K-OPTI.COM will provide both WiFi and MVNO Services utilising a 3G network. WiFi service will provide 802.11n access, WPA2/AES encryption and 802.1x security, while the 3G MVNO service will be provided by eMobile, which has enabled HSPA and HSPA+ speeds. eonet is a WiMAX Service using UQ Communications. See:[W1]
MVNO/WiMAX; networks: eMobile & UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

Ericsson
Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment and related services to mobile and fixed network operators globally. [See: Consultants]

FreeBit
Free bits launches an MVNO using NTT DoCoMo’s network and launches “YourNet MOBILE” brand of 300 companies nationwide for ISP companies using FOMA 3G public wireless LAN locations and with 4,000 nationwide to begin offering a hybrid service available for mobile access
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo 3G FOMA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data & Voice); Status: Active

Forval Telecom, Inc.
Forval Telecom is an enterprise IP telephony service provider, will provide flat-rate data service as an MVNO using eMobile network. Forval Telecom will be target the existing SMB companies as well as to the public & private sector. it is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; network: eMobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

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Fusion Communications
Fusion Communications, a Rakuten subsidiary, is an IP-based phone carrier. Rakuten Japan’s largest e-commerce player. (See Rakuten for further details).
MVNO; network: Willcom; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W2]

Fujitsu
Fujitsu has been at the leading edge of telecommunications IT for over 60 years having been formed as a communications company in the 1930s. Fujitsu provides a broad portfolio of offerings including MVNO/MVNE services, Customer Contact support, Mobile and Wireless solutions, Retail IT solutions, IT operations, IT Infrastructure and Broadband and Network solutions. In Japan, Fujitsu is a fully licences MVNO and provides Mobile PC Access Type D via NTT DoCoMo; Mobile PC Access type K via KDDI, Mobile PC Access type W using Willcom and Mobile PC Access type E using eMobile. Fujitsu is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council). [See: Consultants]. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

G-Book Service offered by Toyota motor corporation
G-Book is a telematics subscription service currently provided by Toyota Media in Japan for its Toyota- and Lexus-branded vehicles. G-Book allows users to link with cellphones and personal digital assistants (PDA)’s and personal computers (PC) across Japan. It is based on the GAZOO infrastructure of Toyota’s membership-based information service and membership system, and provides interactive information services via vehicle installed touch-screen wireless communication terminals. Plans are in the works to possibly control home appliances and home security systems from inside the vehicle. Toyota began installing G-Book devices in selected Japanese domestic market vehicles starting with model year 2007. In November 2009 the G-Book-equipped Cars & Service was also made available in Shanghai.

The wireless communications for Japan-market cars are handled by the DCM and transmits and receives information on KDDI Corporation network. The cellular platform uses CDMA2000 1x (CDMA 1X) method, and it is possible to receive speeds of up-to 144kbps data. The same DCM is used for China-market models, thus the network provider for China-market G-Book services is China Telecom.
MVNO; network: KDDI; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active
See: Toyotamediasabisu Inc., / Toyota Media Services Corporation

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Global Data & Mifi Japan
Service owned by Inter Communications Co., Ltd., with subsidiaries G-Phone & X-Com
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo & KDDI & Softbank; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data & Voice); Status: Active

GMO Internet
GMO Internet Group, headquartered in Tokyo, is a leading force in the Internet industry offering one of the most comprehensive ranges of Internet services worldwide. The company was founded on a desire to bring the possibilities the Internet offers to as many people as possible. This is the ambition embodied in our corporate slogan. GMO, has an MVNO licence and provides mobile access through its brand Zero.
MVNO; network: eMobile HSDPA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active ; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

Hanshin Tigers
Hanshin Togers is a professional baseball team based in Nishinomiya, Hyogo, have launched an MVNO service with four options of specially designed handsets for the fans. The Service will provide an early bird program for booking stadium seats prior to opening the reservation desk as a USP.
The Service is an SP, Joint Venture MVNO Solutions between ITEC Hankyu Hanshin Corporation, the owners of Tigers Baseball Team and KDDI Corporation.
MVNO/SP; network: KDDI; MVNE: INPHONIX INC.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W3]

Hitachi Ltd.
Hitachi starts MVNE with WiMAX: Hitachi will provide the MVNO service from mid July, 2010. Hitachi MVNO Business Support Service” is a service platform that Hitachi provides to enable MVNO businesses. Hitachi supports launching of MVNO businesses utilising Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX). The use of Hitachi’ s reliable and time-proven platform not only allows a prompt and low-cost start-up, but also supports management of a stable service to respond meticulously to all customer needs. MVNO Brochure. The service includes; 1. MVNE platform; which supports the subscriber database management and logistics / sales channel management, and 2. Contact Centre Service. Hitachi’s Solution allows potential MVNO’s to roll out service rapidly.
MVNO/MVNE; network: eMobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

Hewlett-Packard Japan, Ltd
HP becomes an MVNO with 3G embedded module using Japan Communications Inc. as its MVNE provider and use’s NTT DoCoMo network. HP is an MVNO Service Provider for its own PC & Notebook H/W. In Japan, most data service are charged as a flat-rate service, but HP is differentiating its service by offering metered charging and is aiming for light-users.
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo; MVNE: Japan Communications Inc.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

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HI-HO Inc.
HI-HO Inc is a wholly owned subsidiary of IIJ Mobile provides fixed line ADSL, DSL and mobility solutions. Hi-Ho provides TYPE E: 3G/HSPDA / HSUPA Using a eMobile’s network with speeds of up to 7.2Mbps high speed (EM) mobile data transmissions. Hi-Ho is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; network: eMobile HSDPA; MVNE: IIJ Mobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

IBM
IBM is a large conglomerate offering multiple services and solutions ranging from Information Processing Systems, Software, Communications Systems and Solutions consisting of other Products and Services. [See: Consultants]

IIJ Mobile
Internet Initiative Japan Inc., joined the ranks of MVNOs in January 2008 though the launch of its enterprise-class high-speed mobile data communications service. While continuing to promote the integration of mobile communications with corporate networks, IIJ expanded into the machine-to-machine (M2M) communications field in 2009 with the introduction of mobile lines optimised for M2M modules. This enabled IIJ clients to connect a wide range of devices to their networks in addition to computers, such as vending machines, surveillance systems, and sensor-based measuring devices. IIJ also entered the MVNE sector, providing support for companies newly entering the MVNO industry. IIJ Mobile is a Mobile Data Communications Service providing comprehensive solutions for businesses employing mobile broadband. IIJ offers the additional data card lineups on the own mobile service. ILJ Mobile Type D using NTT DoCoMo FOMA high-speed network at 7.2Mbps and ILJ Mobile Type E using eMOBILE at speeds of 7.2Mbps which is slightly less than Type D. ILJ is a a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO/MVNE; networks: eMobile HSDPA & NTT DoCoMo; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]

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Index Corporation
Index Corporation is a Producer of media and content for mobile phones and runs a service called IMBS. No further Information can be found on this company or its MNO Partner. Index has multiple services, and has its own MVNO licence. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com. Index is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown. [S:W12]

INPHONIX INC.
Infonikkusu Ltd. aka Inphonix is an MVNE whose strength is in business acceleration for MVNOs, where it is easier to add value than it is with the data cards which is currently the man focus for Japanese MVNOs. Inphonix has created a competitive and realistic business model in terms of its knowledge and experience of the MVNO business, the systems that it owns, the proposed MVNE projects that it is promoting and the positive relationships that it has developed with telecommunications carriers. Select Mobile: is a service by Inphonix, which acts as an agent for MVNO businesses. By using this service, companies that are considering becoming MVNOs can launch telecommunications businesses with less risk and less overheads. This service equips companies with all the functions that they need to rapidly become an MVNO, so that the number of subscribers required to break even can be lowered substantially compared to the break-even point if they launched an MVNO on their own. (Traditionally, the break-even point for mobile telephone MVNOs was considered to be several hundred thousand subscribers, but Inphonix’s Select Mobile service makes it possible to break even with just tens of thousands of subscribers.)
MVNO/MVNE; network: eMobile HSDPA; NTT DoCoMo FOMA; MVNE: IIJ Mobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active ; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active.See Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation below. [S:W13]

Intec
No further Information can be found on this company on its MNO Partner. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com. Intec is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO/MVNE; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown. [S:W12]

Isuzu Motors
Isuzu Motors (Mimamori kun online service) is a collection, analysis and provision of vehicle operational data. Actualise reduction of fuels up to 40% as well as safe operations and monitoring. This MVNO Data service is offered on Isuzu Vehicles in Japan only. Isuzu is a fully licensed MVNO Company.
MVNO/SP; network: KDDI; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W6]. [S:W12]

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Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation
Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation forms an alliance with INPHONIX INC.. The acquisition of Inphonix common stock from Cybozu, Inc. makes Itochu the largest Inphonix shareholder.. See Inphonix Inc (above) for further information on services.
MVNO/MVNE [S:W7]

iTSCOM – Its Communications Inc.
MVNO; networks: eMobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

JAL Mile Phone
Owned by JAL AIRLINES, the Japanese Airline Carrier in corporation with Select Mobile:, a service by Inphonix, provides customers with a telephony solution which can be used (locally), or globally (Roaming Service) using KDDI’s MNO Network.The greatest USP feature of the new service is a direct response to accumulation of miles generated by monthly phone charges. Additionally, subscribers gain Priority of Rewards and deals offered by JAL Airlines.
MVNO; network: KDDI; MVNE: INPHONIX INC.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

Japan Communications Inc.
Japan Communications Inc., (JCI) initially utilises Willcom infrastructure and was the world’s first MVNO focused specifically on data communications. Japan Communications Inc., launched the world’s first terminal designed exclusively by and for an MVNO Provider/Solution – the “b-mobile USB Internet/Data Card” and interconnects with NTT DoCoMo’s FOMA i-mode network. JCI and NTT DoCoMo also agree on 3G Layer3 interconnection for MVNO services in June 2008 and in June 2009, KDDI and Japan Communications Inc., agree to a Layer-3 interconnection between them, thus the access charge is cheaper than the DoCoMo service. Using NTT DoCoMo’s & Willcom’s interconnect, JCI services’s various products; BMOBILE ; Connectmail, Infinity Care, UBI.
JCI offers Enterprise MVNE Solutions, and has existing agreements with Starnet, NTTPC, Mitsubishi, Mobile Create and Namzak to name a few. JCI is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO/MVNE; networks: Willcom & KDDI ; NTT DoCoMo FOMA & eMobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]

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Japan Digital Communications
MVNO/WiMAX; network: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W5]

Japan Mayday Service Co., Ltd. (HELPNET)
KDDI Corporation and Japan Mayday Service Co., Ltd., announced the joint development of HELPNET Keitai, an emergency notification service that uses the GPS Keitai cell phone location service operated by au. The service can ascertain a user’s position and connect to police, fire departments and other emergency services.
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W6]

J:COM Mobile / Jupiter Telecommunications Co., Ltd.
The J:COM group is actively engaged in two core business units; Cable television provides cable television and high-speed Internet access, and the second unit provides telephony services. In Dec, 2009 J:COM launched a VoIP service as an MVNO solution using NTT DoCoMo 3G network. A year later, in Dec, 2010 J:COM launched a new MVNO/WiMAX Service on UQ Communications network. J:COM is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO/WiMAX; networks: NTT DoCoMo FOMA & eMobile 3G; UQ Communications WiMAX & Willcom (PHS); Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

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Koshida Corporation
Koshida Corporation is a technology-oriented trading company established in 1930 and holds an MVNO Licence. Koshida sells the Genes product.
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

KATO DENKI, INC.
Kato Denki have developed Stealth Tracking System and Vehicle Monitoring Systems using Willcom’s PHS transmission standards and holds an MVNO Licence.
MVNO/MVNE; network: Willcom (PHS); Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W6]. [S:W13]

Kyocera Communication Systems Ltd. (KCCS)
Kyocera Communication Systems Co., Ltd. (KCCS) is a creator of communications systems, providing original, value-added solutions. KCCS communications engineering business focuses on public infrastructure for Information and Communications Technologies (ICT). KCCS ICT operations provide information system integration, package development, network integration, Internet Data Center (IDC) services, security services, MVNO/MVNE services, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) services and more. Kyocera is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO/MVNE; networks: KDDI KWINS 3G & Willcom PHS, & UQ Communications WiMAX; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

KYOCERA MARUZEN Systems Integration Co.,Ltd.
MVNO/MVNE; networks: KDDI KWINS 3G & Willcom KWINS; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

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丸紅株式会社 / Marubeni
Japanese trading company 丸紅株式会社 / Marubeni will enter the mobile market via a joint venture with Japan Communications. The companies will establish the joint venture around February next year by spinning off Japan Communications‘ data communications operations.
MVNO/MVNE; network: NTT DoCoMo; MVNE: Japan Communications Inc.; Services: TBC (Data); Status: Active. New 30-11-11

Master’s ONE
Master One is owned by NTTPC Communications Co. Master One’s MVNO service utilises NTT DoCoMo’s FOMA high-speed network. NTTPC Communications is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo; MVNE: INPHONIX INC.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active [S:W12]. [S:W13]

MB Softbank
MB Softbank is an MVNO product and wholly owned subsidiary of Softbank Corporation, who owns fully licensed MNO, SoftBank Mobile. This product supports both Voice and data, but emphasis is on the data.
MVNO; networks: eMobile HSDPA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data/Voice); Status: Active. [S:W13]

Members Mobile Inc.
MVNO; network: SoftBank Mobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

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media mobile 株式会社
Solar power development company media mobile 株式会社 has launched the new Smart Solar photovoltaic simulator for iPad which is an MVNO solution using 日本通信 / Japan Communications Inc. as its MVNE provider enabling a SIM-only communication solution/terminal applications for Japan.
MVNO/MVNE; network: NTT DoCoMo; MVNE: Japan Communications Inc.; Services: TBC (Data); Status: Active. New 03-11-11

MITSUBISHI Electric Information Network Corporation. MiND
MiND is a unit of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, provides multiple services which include iDC& Platform Services, Security, Application and network Services which include; WAN/LAN, VoIP Remote Mobile network services, and internet Access. No further Information can be found on this company on its MNO Partner. The Company is a conglomerate with multiple services, and solutions and is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council). so we suspect that Mitsubishi operates a network running on its own MVNO licence to manage its various products and services. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com
MVNO; networks: Willcom PHS; MVNE: Japan Communications Inc.; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

Mobika Inc.
Mobika provides services for MVNOs, digital contents including planning, development, operations and support services, as well as consulting services and software development. The company, headquartered in Tokyo, was founded in 2005. Mobika is a MVNE provider. No Information can be found on this company or its MNO Partner. The only information we can find is that it is an MVNE Provider and a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council). The Company seems to provide Voice & Data, as well as a Roaming service. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com.
MVNO; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown. [S:W12]

Mobile Create Co., Ltd a (Taxi fleet’s dispatcher)
Mobile Create Co., Ltd. has developed unique product Felica & mloca3 (to name a few) and services for Taxi and Car telematics, POS and Voice Services. FELICA is a Multi-function full voice EFT payment terminals (POS) with mobile packet data communication (FOMA) function for query capabilities for payment/meter mechanism and receipt printing capabilities with LCD touch panel using. mloca3 is a GPS transit mapping system Live Data feeds and Voice Call functionality. Additional Key features include, Position Display (car name, date, speed, street), History, Distance, Call and Message Display. See company website for further products and services
MVNO/WiMAX; networks: NTT DoCoMo FOMA & KDDI 3G; MVNE: Japan Communications Inc. & IIJ Mobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data/Voice); Status: Active . [S:W13]

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MVNO CO.LTD
No Information can be found on this company, its MNO Partner or its MVNE Provider. The Company seems to provide Voice & Data, as well as a Roaming service. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com.
MVNO; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown

Neo-Discount Mobile
Owned by ASAHI Net Inc. has launched its Discount Mobile MVNO service in partnership with eAccess/eMobile. This is a mobile connection service offering maximum download speeds of up-to 7.2Mbps and upload speeds of up-to 384Kbps are possible with 90% Coverage Area of Japan. Ashahi Net also has an MVNO interconnection agreement with NT DoCoMo for FOMA High Speed services which has 100% Coverage of Japan, but is slightly more expensive. Ashahi is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; networks: eMobile & NTT DoCoMo; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active ; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W6]. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

Netvalue WiMAX
Owned by Mediawave Systems Inc..
MVNO/WIMAX; network: UQ Communications WiMAX; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

Namzak Japan Inc. (Corporate IP phone service)
in July 2005, Namzak successfully developed and released “Arrowfone”, the first IP-phone client for a mobile phone. Arrowfone’s ultra-compact software can be downloaded onto a commercial mobile handset, allowing VoIP communication using the phone’s packet communications capability. In 2009, Namzak signed an agreement with JCI to launch it Corporate MVNO Service Arrowfone Mobile and expand its current portfolio.
MVNO; networks: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; MVNE: Japan Communications Inc.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data/Voice); Status: Active. [S:W9]

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NDK
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

NEC Networks & Systems Integration Corporation
NEC Networks & System Integration Corporation, we combine network technologies and networks with information technology (IT) to create new mixes of technology. In addition to providing integrated services from consultation to design, systems integration, operation and maintenance, we also conduct telecommunications engineering to build social infrastructure. We integrate these two business capabilities with our company’s special characteristics and strengths to help increase value for customers. No further Information can be found on this company or its MNO Partner. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com. NEC is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown. [S:W12]

NIFTY Corporation
Nifty was established as a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited which absorbed and joined its ISP business InfoWeb and integrated it into nifty. Nifty Corporation has multiple services; Nifty WiMAX using UQ Communications offering flat-rate data services; Nifty Mobile BB using eMobile (EM) solution providing a quasi-fixed-price flat-rate data transmission service and Nifty Mobile P using Willcom AIR-EDGE PHS data services. Nifty is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: eMobile HSDPA & Willcom PHS & UQ Communications WiMAX; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

Nippon Denki
Nippon Denki (Japan Electric) is a a specialist of the control panel Electric Co., Ltd. of Japan, we designed and built to sell power distribution board and supervisory board power distribution and power control board with high pressure.. No Information can be found on this company or its MNO Partner. The only information we can find is that it is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council). If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com.
MVNO; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown. [S:W12]

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Nissho Electronics Corporation
Nissho Electronics Corporation is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the provision of information technology (IT) solutions and services. The Company has two business divisions. The Solutions and Services division provides enterprise solutions to government, local authorities, financial institutions and information service companies, as well as carrier solutions such as carrier network, voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) and wireless solutions for companies and service providers.
No Information can be found on this company or its MNO Partner. The only information we can find is that it is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council). If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com.
MVNO; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown. [S:W12]

Nojima Corporation
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W1]

NTT Communications
NTT Communications Corporation (NTT Com) has subscriptions to its flat-rate billing plans for “Mobile/Remote Access DOCOMO Model,” a service for secure broadband access, via NTT DOCOMO’s 3.5G high-speed downlink packet access (HSDPA) network, FOMA High Speed (max 7.2 Mbps) and OCN High-Speed Mobile (EM) to NTT Com-provided virtual private networks (VPN) AND Arcstar Network. NTT Com delivers high-quality voice, data and IP services to customers around the world. The company is renowned for its diverse information and communication services, expertise in managed networks, hosting and IP networking services, and industry leadership in IPv6 transit technology. NTT Com is the wholly owned subsidiary of Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation, one of the world’s largest telecoms with listings on the Tokyo, London and New York stock exchanges.
MVNO; networks: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; eMobile HSDPA & Willcom PHS; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data/Voice); Status: Active. [S:W13]

NTT Data Wave Corporation.
NTT Data Wave, has accumulated over the years SAP (R) ERP know-how of the origin, IT asset management from the perspective of PC and network infrastructure, and providing administrative support, based on your experience and proven has developed a total solution can meet all the needs of a wide range.
MVNO; networks: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; eMobile HSDPA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

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NTT Plaia
Plala is a “high-speed mobile (EM)” Service, which uses eMobile (EM) MVNO Solution.
MVNO; network: eMobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

OTSUKA CORPORATION
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W1]. [S:W13]

PC Depot
PC Depot, wholesaler and retailer in PCs, Laptop’s and electronics signed an MVNO Agreement to provide data services and remote management solutions. Consumers who purchase enabled devices can sign up for a fee from various services which include remote diagnostics, H/W and software troubleshooting and on-demand support. it is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; network: eMobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

Pioneer
AVIC PLATFORM for multimedia and GPS service which are integrated into Pioneer Electronic Devices. Pioneer holds an MVNO licence.
MVNO; networks: SoftBank Mobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

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POP-UP
POP-UP is an MVNO/MVNE provider in Japan, offering Voice, Data, ASP and Flash Gaming Services. No Information can be found on this company or its MNO Partner. The only information we can find is that it is an MVNE Provider and a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council). The Company seems to provide Voice & Data, as well as a Roaming service. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com.
MVNO; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown. [S:W12]

R-Sky
Japanese Developer R-STREAM launched its RstreamA1 handset has signed an argeement to launch its MVNO Program with NTT DoCoMo.
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo FoMA; MVNE: J:COM Mobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active – NEW 06/04/11

Rakuten
Rakuten Japan’s largest e-commerce player & Fusion have started a PHS service as an MVNO for its corporate customers. Under a roaming agreement with Japanese PHS operator Willcom, Rakuten intends to provide free mobile phone service for making calls from Rakuten PHS handsets to fixed-line phones and to other PHS handsets, without setting up its own wireless facilities. Fusion Communications, a Rakuten subsidiary, is an IP-based phone carrier and a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; network: Willcom; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active . [S:W2]. [S:W12]

Railway Information Systems (Ltd.) (JRS)
JRS offers MVNO/MVNE Solutions developed from building its Rail Network Communication Systems and working with Mobile Operators for over 10 years. JRS is part of the Japan Railways Group. The Japan Railways Group, more commonly known as JR Group (JRグループ Jeiāru Gurūpu), consists of seven for-profit companies that took over most of the assets and operations of the government-owned Japanese National Railways.
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

Secom Co., Ltd
Secom (koko Secom) uses Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites and cellular telephone base stations to pinpoint locations with an accuracy of within five to 10 meters under optimum circumstances under 855756 brand. Emergency response personnel are on standby round-the-clock for dispatch to any location if a subscriber requests assistance-a level of service facilitated by SECOM’s unique security services capabilities. KOKO-SECOM services were initially developed to locate people and vehicles. Today, we also offer services for locating cash and valuables cases, safes, automated teller machines (ATMs) and pets, as well as for simultaneously tracking commercial vehicle fleets and employees.
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo; KDDI; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W6]. [S:W13]

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Shiratsuyu Shuzo
Shiratsuyu Shuzo is a brewing company the from Sagara Family, a brewery Company/Family which started its business in 1730 in Kagoshima City. According to records, Shiratsuyu has an MVNO Licence. No Information can be found on this company specifically on the Services, or the use of its MVNO Licence. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com. Shiratsuyu Shuzo is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council) and also has multiple Interconnects with KDDI, NTT & SoftMobile. [S:W13]
MVNO; networks: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; eMobile HSDPA & KDDI; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Active. [S:W12]

Sohgo Security Services Co, Ltd.
Sohgo Security Services Co, Ltd. (better known by its brand name— ALSOK) is one of Japan’s leading general security service companies. The company’s electronic security services dispatch guards to a customer’s premises in case of unauthorised entry, fire or other incident, to deal with the problem. ALSOK works both with KDDI & NTT DoCoMo to support their services. mamolook; A Targeted MVNO Service for Kids, provides a Mobile Services, with built in GPS, Call & SMS Monitoring, and emergency response services. Should kids face danger, or are lost the VAS Service can be activated and paired with physical security guards to respond to Emergency situations.
MVNO; networks: NTT DoCoMo & KDDI; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W8]

so-net Entertainment Corp
A subsidiary of Sony, So-net is a MVNO service with speeds of up-to 7.2Mbps using So-NET Bitwarp (EM) solution which is hosted on eMobile network. Originally, and still in operations, So-net utilises Willcom’s (PHS) transmission standard for Bitwarp W. Son-net is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council)
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: eMobile HSDPA & Willcom & UQ Communications & NTT DoCoMo FOMA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

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Sony Corp
Sony Corporation (ソニー株式会社 Sonī Kabushiki Gaisha?) (TYO: 6758 , NYSE: SNE ), or commonly referred to as Sony, is a Japanese multinational conglomerate corporation headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, Japan and the world’s fifth largest media conglomerate with revenue exceeding ¥ 7.730.0 trillion, or US$77.20 billion (FY2010). Sony is one of the leading manufacturers of electronics, products for the consumer and professional markets. Sony Corporation is the electronics business unit and the parent company of the Sony Group, which is engaged in business through its eight operating segments – Consumer Products & Devices (CPD), Networked Products & Services (NPS), B2B & Disc Manufacturing (B2B & Disc), Pictures, Music, Financial Services, Sony Ericsson and All Other. In Japan, Sony Corp provides Internet Access Services, through its So-net Division. See So-Net Company Description (above). Sony Corp is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council). [S:W12]

STARNET Co., Ltd‘s STAR Remote
A subsidiary of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd using NTT DoCoMo’s FOMA network and a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active.. [S:W12]

T-Com
Owned by VIC Tokai Corporation is a telecommunications company in Japan providing cable and DSL services as well as network solutions. The “Vic” in Vic Tokai’s name stands for Valuable Information & Communication while the “Tokai” is simply the name of its parent company TOKAI, a Japanese natural gas utility founded in 1950. T-Com/Vic Tokai is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO/WIMAX; network: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W1]. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

t-Gaia
As the primary agency of carriers to develop business in Japan, major mobile phone carriers and non-voice communication device PHS (Digital, WiFi routers, data cards, PC, etc.), use t-Gaia to provide high quality support services through a network of distributors nationwide.
No Information can be found on this company, its MNO Partner or its MVNE Provider. The Company seems to provide Voice & Data, as well as a Roaming service. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com.
MVNO; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown

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Tango Communications Inc
Japan Communications Inc. established TANGO Communications Inc. in 2007 to offer mobile e-mail services and a variety of region-based telecommunication services and is a 100% JCI holding subsidiary. Tango has multiple services, and has its own MVNO licence. [S:W13]. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com. Tango is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; MVNE: Japan Communications Inc.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

TikiTiki Internet
Owned by NDS Corporation
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active

TIS (Inc.)
Toyo Information Systems Co., Ltd offers multiple products and solutions, and has an MVNO licence, and supplies M2M Services. TIS is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council). No further information can be found on this company, its MNO Partner or its MVNE Provider. If you have information on this company, please contact the editor (a) prepaidmvno (dot) com.
MVNO; networks: Unknown; Services: Unknown (Data/Voice); Status: Unknown. [S:W12]

Tokai Corporation
Owned by Tokai Corporation, is an Energy Company, that has branched out into various fields, which include telecommunications in Japan providing cable and DSL services as well as network solutions and mobility. Tokai, owns T-Com an MVNO and using Softbank‘s network; SoftBank Mobile provides 3G Voice services. Usings Tokai’s VAS, customers can pay for good’s and services such as gas, tolls, and also conduct bank transfers via “TOKAI billing services”. Tokai is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; network: SoftBank Mobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data/Voice); Status: Active. [S:W12]

Toppa!
Owned by Hi-Bit Co., Ltd.
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W1]

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Toppan Printing Co., Ltd
Toppan Printing has developed a next-generation network digital signage terminal. With interactive functions, this terminal uses a broadband wireless network to enable the dissemination of large volume, high-definition content in real time. Toppan Printing will be able to deliver large volumes of real-time content such as high-definition images and video and commercials to its PoPs. The use of the content management server, centralised management of customer delivery schedules, customers can automatically switch display information for remote locations. Using the “UQ” MVNO/WiMAX high speed wireless internet, large volume content such as video including commercials and high-definition images can be distributed in real time. With a content management server, customers’ distribution schedules can be centrally managed and displayed information can be changed automatically from a distant location. Information about sales and specials that are established with short notice or last for a limited time can quickly be disseminated to various locations. Links with web sites and with other displays connected to the network are possible and updates can be displayed immediately.
MVNO/WIMAX; network: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W11]. [S:W13]

Triplet Gate Inc.
TRIPLET GATE a Japanese WiFi service operator has signed and agreement with UQ WiMAX establishing itself as a MVNO/WiMAX Operator.
Compared with other MVNO services, TRIPLET GATE has a superior service, as it has its WiFi Mesh which uses a cognitive mobile router for network identification. This router will support the multiple wireless back-haul standards; WiFi, WiMAX and 3G.
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active.. [S:W1]. [S:W13]

Yamada Denki Co., Ltd.
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W1]. [S:W13]

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Ubqtus
MVNO/SP; network: Willcom; MVNE: INPHONIX INC.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W3]. [S:W13]

Uniadex
Uniadex, the owners of U-netSURF have launched their high Speed Service Jetsurf service. Uniadex is fully licenced MVNO and is also a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO; networks: eMobile HSDPA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W6]. [S:W12]. [S:W13]

UQ Communications Inc.
UQ Communications is a Japanese company that specialises in providing WiMAX mobile services. Their goal is to build a WiMAX network to make mobile broadband access available everywhere. Their key stakeholders are, KDDI CORPORATION, Intel Capital Corporation, East Japan Railway Company, KYOCERA Corporation, Daiwa Securities Group Inc., and The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd. A key factor behind UQC’s “insurgency” in the Japanese market is the fact that the operator has taken a very different route in terms of building a subscription base than the traditional mobile operator model. UQC has not tried to build a huge network of retail stores or a massive sales and marketing operation. It has instead decided to construct a chain of MVNOs – currently numbering nearly 40 – to sell its mobile broadband services. [S:W10]. For further information on WiMAX/MVNO Programs, please use the following Resource at UQ Communications. To View UQ Comms coverage area, please use the following Resource.

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USEN
USEN holds an MVNO licence and holds two interconnects with NTT DoCoMo for TYPE AJ and eMobile TYPE (EM)
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo & eMobile ; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W6]. [S:W13]

Vanten
Vanten has expertise and experience in the Digital Signage Industry providing ASP, internet service provisioning, web hosting and wireless network operation and provides enterprise class networking management solutions. Vanten handle everything including bandwidth management, network monitoring, security, remote server monitoring and maintenance, IP number and VPN management. Using HSDPA transmission for Digital signage delivery via Comel; a subsidiary of Softbank Corporation provides download speeds of up-to 3.6Mbps and upstream of up-to 384Kbps. Coupled with HSDPA an now utilising WiMAX on the backbone, the company will eventually supply not only ASP, but also total solution for backhaul.
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: Comel HSDPA; UQ Communications WiMAX; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active.

Vectant
Vectant, owned by Marubeni Access Solutions Inc. supplied WiMAX Solutions via its MVNO Agreement with UQ Communications. Vectant is an IP solution company which provides broadband access, VPN and Data Centre (etc..) to the Enterprise Customers. Vectant has an agreement and is an existing MVNO provider of NTT DoCoMo FOMA. Marubeni is a member of the Telecom Services Association of Japan (MVNO Council).
MVNO/WiMAX; networks: NTT DoCoMo FOMA &; UQ Communications WiMAX; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W12]

Vertu
In December 2008, Vertu a luxury NOKIA brand launched its own MVNO service on NTT Docomo’s network at FOMA speeds of up-to 7.2Mbs. The MVNO is aimed at “discerning subscribers,” marking the global handset maker’s first foray into carrier services. The service, which Vertu’s web site says calls Vertu Club, offers among other services a members-only concierge, Vertu Fortress (a backup service for PIM- Contacts, Calander and data) and Vertu Club email – [xxx@vertuclub.ne.jp]. Vertu has opened its own flagship stores in Japan and will run with the Ascent Ti, the Ascent Ti Ferrari and its Signature models.
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

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v2s
v2s Corporation holds an MVNO licence and sells Voice and Data.
MVNO; network: SoftBank Mobile; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

WiCom
MVNO/WIMAX; networks: UQ Communications; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W1]. [S:W13]

WILLCOM Inc, & Willcom OKINAWA, INC.
WILLCOM Inc, a fully licensed MNO, using legacy system PHS signed an agreement with NTT DoCoMo to provide a flat rate data service plan “WILLCOM CORE 3G” using HSDPA and JCI as its MVNE Provider. See Willcom Inc Overview below in the MNO Section.
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo FOMA; MVNE: Japan Communications Inc.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W13]

Yomiuri Giants
Yomiuri Shimbun, Inc., owners of the Yomiuri Giants, a professional baseball team based in Tokyo introduced a new cellphone handset especially designed for their fans, using KDDI’s network, and MVNE Infonikkusu Ltd.
MVNO/SP; network: KDDI; MVNE: INPHONIX INC.; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W3]

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zero-sum
ZERO-SUM, LTD. provides One Stop MVNE Solution with great experience and know-how gained in the U.S. ZERO-SUM specialises in planning and development for MVNO’s as well as research, development and integration of system for cellular phone.
MVNE; network: KDDI; Services: Provisioning, Planning & Development; Status: Active. [See: Consultants]

Zojirushi — i-Pot
Zojirushi Corporation (Mimamori Hotline) launched the i-Pot which is an electric kettle that has a communication functions. The system monitors usage, tea consumption and provides metering and fulfilment services for supplies by sending out requests for dispatch of supplies (etc.). The service statistics can be checked online, or via a mobile phone for weekly activities. The company is planning on introduced additional products and services.
MVNO; network: NTT DoCoMo; Services: Pre+postpaid (Data); Status: Active. [S:W6]. [S:W13]

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*This page was last updated and re-coded on the 2nd of Mar, 2011.