Japan
JapanJP
PLMN ID · 44001
Technology
4G on this network
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Record
Updated 2025-04-09
- Brand
- UQ WiMAX
- Operator
- UQ Communications Inc.
- Country
- Japan(JP)
- Region
- Asia & Middle East
- Dialling code
- —
- Mobile Country Code
- All 29 networks on MCC 440
- Mobile Network Code
- PLMN ID
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- TADIG code
- —
- Technologies
- 4G2 bands on file
- VoLTE (4G calling)
- UnknownTell us
- Wi-Fi calling
- UnknownTell us
- Video calling
- UnknownTell us
- VoNR (5G calling)
- UnknownTell us
- Status
- Live
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Cell towers
Last measured 2026-09-05
21
Cells
11
Location areas
283
Measurements
2025
First measured
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About UQ WiMAX
UQ Communications Inc., operating under the name UQ WiMAX, is a prominent mobile network operator in Japan, providing wireless broadband services. As part of the Asia & Middle East region, specifically within Japan, UQ WiMAX plays a significant role in the country's telecommunications landscape. Using the Mobile Country Code (MCC) 440, which identifies Japan, and the Mobile Network Code (MNC) 01, UQ Communications distinguishes itself within the various Japanese mobile networks. UQ WiMAX leverages WiMAX technology and its successor technologies to deliver internet access, often appealing to users seeking alternatives to traditional fiber or mobile cellular connections. Compared to larger mobile giants like NTT Docomo, KDDI (au), and SoftBank, UQ WiMAX focuses on a wireless broadband niche. Its strength lies in providing relatively high-speed internet access in areas where fiber optic deployment may be limited or less practical. While the bigger players offer broader mobile services encompassing voice, SMS, and extensive roaming agreements, UQ WiMAX traditionally has concentrated on data services. The company has evolved over the years in Japan, adapting to changing technology standards and competition from other mobile broadband solutions to offer enhanced services and coverage. Keep an eye out as the mobile network is constantly evolving.
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