Rakuten Link - Cash back shopping

The essential functions of Rakuten Link

■ Calls: Voice and video calls

Rakuten Mobile customers can make unlimited calls and send SMS to Rakuten Link users, as well as to other mobile networks and fixed-line numbers in Japan and 66 specified countries and regions through Rakuten Link. Calls/SMS to Japanese numbers on mobile phones and landlines, including those from different carriers in Japan, are free.

■ Messages: Engaging group messaging

You have the ability to form chat groups with up to 100 Rakuten Link users, where you can share messages, photos, videos, and documents.

■ Home: Access various services and offers within the Rakuten Group

As a Rakuten Mobile subscriber, you now have simplified access to not only your preferred Rakuten Link services but also exclusive deals throughout Rakuten Group services! With Rakuten Link's Super Point Screen and Missions, you can call, message, earn points, explore key Rakuten Group services, and much more - all from one location!

■ Wallet: Easily manage Rakuten points and payment services

Through Rakuten Link's Wallet feature, you can send Rakuten Cash, make payments, and accumulate Rakuten Points using Rakuten Point Card. You can swiftly check your point balances like "Available Points," "Term-Limited Points," and conveniently utilize the Rakuten Pay app.

■ Rakuten Link Super Point Screen: Effortlessly earn Rakuten points by viewing ads

This is the official Rakuten "Point Reward" application. You can effortlessly and rapidly earn points without any inconvenience. Beyond just earning points, you can also discover promotional offers and discounts.

■ Missions: Earn points through app usage and campaign participation

Accrue Rakuten points by utilizing the app and engaging in thrilling campaigns. Keep track of Start 1000, SPU (Super Point Up program), and the progress of Start Bonus. Additionally, follow the Mission Official Account to stay informed about ongoing Point Campaigns and promotions. Stay updated with news and weather info.

Receive daily news updates and save articles for later reading. Check weather forecasts for your local area. Certain numbers may not be supported, and a 30-second call without using the app costs 22 yen. Some numbers may not qualify for free calls. For additional information, please visit the following links (Japanese).

A fair review about Rakuten Link

What goes without saying

Cheapest plan at 1078¥ tax included, boost points on rakuten.co.jp. Big cashback when joining as a new subscriber.

Free call within Japan

If you make the call via the Rakuten Link app, and the number you're calling isn't a "navi-dial" (call center with answering machine handler like those start with 0570 - the app will notify you beforehand if this is the case), then it's free with no ifs-buts or fine print.

I have a small kid, and I have to call various facilities throughout a day: daycare, clinic, ward office... and I'm paying 0¥ for all that. Make it a year and you can see how much I've been saving. Totally feels like cheating ngl.

Call toll here could have been well over my data plan fee if it were another carrier

Free roaming data usage abroad, along with cheapest possible top up

This is freaking huge for foreigners in Japan and I don't know why they don't make this a big selling point tbh.

Basically, it provides 2GB roaming data abroad monthly, free of charge, regardless of destination country. Each additional 1GB top up costs only 500¥.

Voice mail included

This feature has been made a paid add-on by many other providers, but it's included with no additional charge in Rakuten Mobile.

I frequently miss calls, and used to have to google who the heck was this unknown number. If I couldn't find any info on google then I had no choice but to call them back to find out. Now if I miss a call, they can just leave me a voice mail indicating their need, and I just need to replay the voice mail inside Rakuten Link app or the default Phone app. No need to google phone number anymore, and I get to know if this is an important call I just missed.

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