I'm in the Navy and getting stationed in Japan.
I used to have Verizon Wireless. Obviously that's not going to work in Japan.
I'll be in Sasebo. I'm not sure if that makes a difference.
I would like to buy my cell phone and/or service over the internet, if that's possible, so I can have a sort of seamless transition in cell phone service/usage.
I go to Japan in August.
Right now, I have a phone for texting and minutes. I have the lowest minutes and unlimited texting. I also have a usb modem for 3G internet.
I have no idea how Japanese cellular shit works, but I'm of the assumption they have some new amazing technology that I'd probably think was from a scifi movie.
I like using my computer for the internet, but if Japanese phones are O SO AWESOME with the internet, or I could use my phone as a modem also, then that would be cool.
The big thing is this:
- computer can connect to the internet with it
- I can call/be called from the USA with it (Or use skype mobile)
- It has a QWERTY keyboard for texting
- It IS NOT touch screen (I hate that shit)
Right now, my USB modem and my cellphone coverage is 60USD each, for a combined $120 a month.
What could I expect to be paying a month for similar features on a Japanese phone, and what would your recommendations be?
Was hoping you guys knew some stuff about this since we're on an anime forum and all.

