Giga Charge Card

Service Introduction

This card allows you to purchase povo Topping with cash.
povo can be easily used by customers who want to pay their daily communication costs in cash, as well as students and other customers who do not have a credit card.

Take the card to the cash register and tell the staff Topping you would like.
After payment, enter the redemption code on the Giga Charge Card to add more data.
Customers who are not currently using povo can sign up in as little as three minutes by scanning the QR code *1 on the back of their Giga Charge Card.

The card can be purchased at LAWSON stores nationwide *2.

*1: QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE.
*2: Some stores may not carry this product.

The old card can still be purchased until (Mon) October 20, 2025.
You can use the card you purchased without any problems.

Topping list

Topping Name Amount Validity
データ使い放題(24時間)※3 330円 24 hours
データ追加3GB(30日間) 990円 30日間
データ追加30GB(30日間) 2,780円 30日間

*3: Communication speeds may be limited during network congestion or when using video or cloud games.

If you would like to add other Topping, you will need to download the app and register your payment method.

Download the app

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You will need to download the app to apply (new, switching from another company/ UQ mobile), purchase Topping, and check various details.

Download the app here

Download from App Store
Also Available on Google Play

How to use

*This includes when purchasing a new card or checking remaining data capacity.

Register for povo2.0
  • STEP 01-1
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    Scan the QR code on the back of the card *1, or click "Use Giga Charge Card" at the bottom of the page to access the page.

  • STEP 01-2
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    Tap "If you are not a povo2.0 subscriber"

  • STEP 01-3
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    Enter the email address you want to register and tap "Authenticate"

  • STEP 01-4
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    A 6-digit code will be sent to the registered email address, so enter that code and tap "Authenticate"

  • STEP 01-5
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    Enter the phone number you want to register and tap "Verify"

  • STEP 01-6
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    A 6-digit code will be sent to your registered phone number, so enter that code.

  • STEP 01-7
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    Check the important information and terms of use, then agree to proceed

  • STEP 01-8
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    Enter your customer information

  • STEP 01-9
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    Enter the PIN code on the back of your Giga Charge card

  • STEP 01-10
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    Wait for about 1 to 2 minutes and then tap "Refresh screen."

  • STEP 01-11
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    Tap "Add an eSIM to this device" and set up the eSIM. For details on setting up, see STEP 2 onwards.

[iPhone/iPad users] eSIM settings

When using one eSIM device

  • STEP 02-1
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    Tap "Add an eSIM to this device"
    *If the eSIM settings do not work properly, tap "Use another method" at the bottom and try the "Code entry method."

  • STEP 02-2
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    You will automatically be redirected to the settings screen.
    Please check the details and tap "Allow" if there are no problems.

  • STEP 02-3
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    Tap "Continue"

  • STEP 02-4
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    Confirm that the settings are complete and proceed to STEP 03 "Setting up your mobile plan"
    *From STEP03 onwards Here Please check.

*If you are unable to use it or it does not work properly, please try the "Code Entry Method" below.

*In the case of code entry method

  • STEP 02-1
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    Tap "eSIM Settings"

  • STEP 02-2
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    Press and hold the alphanumeric characters to the right of the SM-DP+ address and tap "Copy"

  • STEP 02-3
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    Tap the Settings app

  • STEP 02-4
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    Tap "Mobile Data"

  • STEP 02-5
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    Tap "Add eSIM"

  • STEP 02-6
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    Tap "Use QR code *1"

  • STEP 02-7
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    Tap "Enter details manually"

  • STEP 02-8
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    Paste the alphanumeric characters copied in STEP02-2 into the SM-DP+ address field.

  • STEP 02-9
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    SM-DP + Check that it has been pasted correctly into the address field

  • STEP 02-10
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    Return to the povo2.0 app, press and hold the alphanumeric characters to the right of the activation code, and tap "Copy."

  • STEP 02-11
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    Return to the Settings app and paste the alphanumeric characters you just copied into the activation code field.

  • STEP 02-12
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    Make sure you have pasted the activation code correctly into the field and tap "Next."
    *No need to enter a confirmation code.

  • STEP 02-13
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    Tap "Continue"

  • STEP 02-14
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    Confirm that the settings are complete and proceed to STEP 03 "Setting up your mobile plan"

*There is no need to enter a "confirmation code."
*For iPad, select Settings > Mobile Data > Add New Plan > Other... to go to the screen where you can select a mobile data plan.
*If you are unable to complete the eSIM setup, it may be because the code was not copied properly. Please double-check that all alphanumeric characters have been copied and try again. If this still does not work, please try the "QR code method *1" below.
*To move to the STEP02-1 screen after going to the home screen once, go to the person icon in the upper left corner of the home screen > Contract Management.

For those with multiple devices (QR code method *1)

  • STEP 02-1
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    [Operation on a PC or tablet]
    Open the povo2.0 homepage and select "povo2.0 Login" in the "Support" menu in the upper left.

  • STEP 02-2
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    Enter the email address you registered when signing up and select "Next"

  • STEP 02-3
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    Enter the 6-digit verification code sent to your email and select "Next"

  • STEP 02-4
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    Select "eSIM Settings"

  • STEP 02-5
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    While the QR code *1 is displayed, it will be displayed on the device that uses povo2.0

  • STEP 02-6
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    [Operations on devices using povo2.0]
    Connect to a network such as Wi-Fi

  • STEP 02-7
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    Tap the Settings app

  • STEP 02-8
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    Tap "Mobile Data"

  • STEP 02-9
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    Tap "Add eSIM"

  • STEP 02-10
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    Tap "Use QR code *1"

  • STEP 02-11
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    The camera will start up, so read the QR code *1 displayed in STEP02-5

  • STEP 02-12
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    Tap "Continue"

  • STEP 02-13
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    Confirm that the settings are complete and proceed to STEP 03 "Setting up your mobile plan"

*For iPad, select Settings > Mobile Data > Add New Plan > Other... to go to the screen where you can select a mobile data plan.
*Even if you are redirected to the home screen, please make sure to check the call test and mobile data communication test in STEP 05 before purchasing Topping.

[Android users] eSIM settings

When using one eSIM device

  • STEP 02-1
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    Tap "Add an eSIM to this device"
    *If the eSIM settings do not work properly, tap "Use another method" at the bottom and try the "Code entry method."

  • STEP 02-2
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    Tap "Settings"

  • STEP 02-3
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    Tap "Download"

  • STEP 02-4
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    Confirm that the settings are complete and proceed to STEP 03 "Setting up your mobile plan"
    *From STEP03 onwards Here Please check.

    Confirm that the settings are complete and proceed to STEP 03 "Mobile network settings"
    *From STEP03 onwards Here Please check.

*If you are unable to use it or it does not work properly, please try the "Code Entry Method" below.

*In the case of code entry method

  • STEP 02-1
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    Tap "eSIM Settings"

  • STEP 02-2
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    Press and hold the alphanumeric characters to the right of the code and tap "Copy"

  • STEP 02-3
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    Tap the Settings app

  • STEP 02-4
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    Tap "Network and Internet"
    *Item names may be displayed differently depending on the model and OS.

  • STEP 02-5
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    Tap the "+" to the right of the mobile network
    *If "+" does not appear, tap "Mobile Network."

  • STEP 02-6
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    Tap "Download a SIM instead?"

  • STEP 02-7
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    Tap "Next"

  • STEP 02-8
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    Tap "Help" at the bottom left of the screen

  • STEP 02-9
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    Tap "Enter by yourself"

  • STEP 02-10
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    Paste the code you copied in STEP02-2

  • STEP 02-11
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    Tap "Continue"

  • STEP 02-12
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    Tap "Download"

  • STEP 02-13
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    Tap "Settings" and proceed to STEP 03 "Mobile network settings"

*If you are unable to complete the eSIM setup, it may be because the code was not copied properly. Please double-check that all alphanumeric characters have been copied and try again. If this still does not work, please try the "QR code method *1" below.
*To move to the STEP02-1 screen after going to the home screen once, go to the person icon in the upper left corner of the home screen > Contract Management.

For those with multiple devices (QR code method *1)

  • STEP 02-1
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    [Operation on a PC or tablet]
    Open the povo2.0 homepage and select "povo2.0 Login" in the "Support" menu in the upper left.

  • STEP 02-2
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    Enter the email address you registered when signing up and select "Next"

  • STEP 02-3
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    Enter the 6-digit verification code sent to your email and select "Next"

  • STEP 02-4
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    Select "eSIM Settings"

  • STEP 02-5
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    While the QR code *1 is displayed, it will be displayed on the device that uses povo2.0

  • STEP 02-6
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    [Operations on devices using povo2.0]
    Connect to a network such as Wi-Fi

  • STEP 02-7
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    Tap the Settings app

  • STEP 02-8
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    Tap "Network and Internet"
    *Item names may be displayed differently depending on the model and OS.

  • STEP 02-9
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    Tap the "+" to the right of the mobile network
    *If "+" does not appear, tap "Mobile Network."

  • STEP 02-10
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    Tap "Download a SIM instead?"

  • STEP 02-11
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    Tap "Next"

  • STEP 02-12
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    The camera will start up, so read the QR code *1 displayed in STEP02-5

  • STEP 02-13
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    Tap "Download"

  • STEP 02-14
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    Tap "Settings"

*Please purchase Topping only after checking the call test and mobile data communication test in STEP 05.

*This includes when purchasing a new card or checking remaining data capacity.

Enter your PIN code
  • STEP 1
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    Scan the QR code on the back of the card *1, or click "Use Giga Charge Card" at the bottom of the page to access the page.

  • STEP 2
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    Tap "Login" and enter the email address you use for povo2.0

  • STEP 3
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    After logging in, tap "Enter PIN code" on the screen

List of products

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LAWSON (including Natural LAWSON)
LAWSON Store 100

Precautions

●Please be careful not to let others know the code written on the card.
●We are not responsible for any theft, misuse, or loss of the card or the code printed on the card.
●The card will be activated and ready for use after purchase. Returns, refunds and reissues are not possible after purchase.
●The code entry is validity for 150 days after purchasing the card.
●To use the code, you will need a povo2.0 account for either "Calls+Data" or "Data Only."
*Plans for foreign visitors to Japan (Japan SIM) are not eligible.
●Registered codes cannot be cancelled under any circumstances.
● If you are registering using the QR code on the card,
・The only plan available is "Data Only."
- Calls and SMS sending/receiving are not available.
・You cannot switch from another carrier (MNP).
- There is no need to submit identification documents or register a credit card or deferred payment (paidy) when signing the contract.
・Available only within Japan.
・Only eSIM is available.
・A separate line capable of making voice calls and receiving SMS is required.
・This event is for people aged 13 and over.
All procedures and support will be done online.
・It may not be usable on devices other than those that support povo2.0. Please check here to see if your device is compatible with povo2.0 or eSIM before purchasing. *1: QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE.