Starlink cuts upfront costs for Japanese residential customers
The satellite internet service eliminates initial fees for Mini Kit rentals in select regions across Japan.
Starlink is lowering barriers to entry for residential customers in Japan by eliminating upfront costs for its home Mini Kit rental in some areas. The company announced that customers can now get started with zero initial fees, with rapid installation available across most of Japan and full Japanese-language customer support before, during, and after service activation.
The move reflects Starlink's broader push to expand satellite internet access in Asia-Pacific markets, where connectivity gaps persist in rural and underserved regions. Japan, with its mix of urban and remote areas, represents a significant growth opportunity for the service.
"日本でのStarlinkの導入が、かつてないほど簡単になりました。 一部の地域では、ホーム向けの「レンタルMiniキット」の初期費用が0円になります。日本全国の大半の地域でスピーディに設置でき、いつでも最適なパフォーマンスを発揮します。 また、お申し込みの前後はもちろん、ご利用開始後も日本語のカスタマーサポートがしっかりと対応いたしますので安心です。 詳しくはこちら：http://starlink.com/japan-residential"— X · @Starlink