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Wifi abounds over there. Lots of open places to get online. Make sure to get a hotel that has wifi, otherwise there are the internet cafes etc. Atms are wonky. Find an atm that your card works and get out cash as much as you can. Be careful of the exchange rate might kick you in the ass. DO NOT depend on it to work over there however, bring as much cash initially as you can just incase you have issues. Get ready for racism if you haven't experienced it before, not so much near Tokyo, Yokohama etc, but in the out laying urban areas you'll notice it. If you want any paid Japan Nooky be prepared to see Yakuza guys in black suits throw up crossed arms and say "Japanese Only". Not sure about your goals while there, but if you want some tips and suggestions be glad to chat, there are also a few gfy'ers in Tokyo. Get ready to blow a ton of money as well on the train ride from the airport. If you have the green and want to give it a try get a ticket on the bullet train from Narita to Tokyo (I am assuming that is your initial destination.) Its worth having a ride on for sure.
If you are not at all fluent you may want to find someone from the area you know to help you get used to things. Its a very different world than you are used to. This July will be I believe my 9th trip over. Personally I would rather spend a few weeks in Costa Rica or someplace tropical, but it is something to be experienced.
Oh and on the cell thing, as was mentioned above ..good luck.
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