Telecom Square Strengthens Information Risk Countermeasures for Business Trips to China with "China Local Line Smartphone Plan," Adds New Alipay Payment Option
Telecom Square Inc. has added an Alipay payment option to its "China Local Line Smartphone Plan" for corporate clients, starting April 15, 2026. This enhancement strengthens information risk countermeasures for business trips to China while improving the convenience of cashless payments locally.
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Telecom Square Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yuji Yoshitake; hereinafter "the Company"), a company that provides global cross-border mobile communication solutions, offers the "China Local Line Smartphone Plan" (hereinafter "this Plan") as part of its corporate communication service "Wi-Ho!Biz." This Plan was renewed in October last year in collaboration with Joytel Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Jun Shibata; hereinafter "Joytel"), which provides communication services within China.
We are pleased to announce that starting April 15, 2026 (Wednesday), we will launch an Alipay payment option for users of this Plan, enabling them to utilize the local cashless service "Alipay."
In recent years, corporate awareness of information security has increased for overseas travel, including business trips to China, leading to a growing trend of restricting the bringing of company smartphones and PCs abroad. Against this backdrop, there is a rising need to safely conduct business communications and payments using dedicated local devices, without leaving business data or personal information on devices used in China.
Based on the "China Local Line Smartphone Rental Service" which we provided during the COVID-19 pandemic for the purpose of obtaining health codes, we renewed it into this Plan in October last year. We adopted official lines from major Chinese telecommunication companies that comply with the "real-name system," providing a secure and safe communication environment, and making the plan available even for short-term business travelers.
And now, starting April 15, 2026 (Wednesday), we will launch an Alipay payment option for users of this Plan, enabling them to utilize the local cashless payment service "Alipay." Alipay is widely used as a primary payment method in China. However, there are cases where credit cards issued in Japan are restricted for registration or payment, causing difficulties for Japanese business travelers in finding local payment methods. In response to these needs, we have decided to introduce the Alipay payment option into this Plan.
Key Points and Overview of This Plan
This Plan features a flexible service structure, including the setting of plans compatible with short-term use and improved convenience for application procedures. Furthermore, from April 15, 2026 (Wednesday), a new option will be added to enable Alipay payments. "Real-name system compliance," "VPN service," "Reliable compensation," and "Voice calls" are standard features, providing a secure and safe communication environment required for corporate business trips.
■ Features of This Plan and New Option Details
Item | Content
---|---
① Short-term use plan settings | Previously only a 30-day pack was available, but now short-term business trip plans of 5, 10, and 14 days have been added. This allows for short-duration travel.
② Improved convenience for application procedures | Applications can be accepted until 12:00 PM, 5 business days before the desired product receipt date. This shortens the previous 7 business days, accommodating urgent business trips.
③ Alipay payment service (option) *Cannot be added or changed after application* | An option that allows users to complete Alipay registration and charging in advance, enabling immediate QR code payment upon arrival in China. Supports charging up to 500 RMB once a day.
■ Service Overview
Plan | Content | Usage Period | Price (Tax included, non-taxable)
---|---|---|---
Smartphone Set Plan (30GB) | Data communication + Voice calls / VPN service included | 5 days | 19,000 yen
| | 10 days | 23,500 yen
| | 14 days | 27,000 yen
| | 30 days | 33,000 yen
Smartphone Set Plan (100GB) | Data communication + Voice calls / VPN service included | 5 days | Not offered
| | 10 days | 36,500 yen
| | 14 days | 40,000 yen
| | 30 days | 55,000 yen
SIM Card Only Plan (30GB) | Data communication + Voice calls / Usable with your own smartphone / Real-name system compliant | 30 days | From 16,700 yen (300 yen/GB overage)
Alipay Payment Service (Option) | Alipay registration and charging completed in advance, QR code payment available locally *Not applicable to SIM card only plan* | |
We are pleased to announce that starting April 15, 2026 (Wednesday), we will launch an Alipay payment option for users of this Plan, enabling them to utilize the local cashless service "Alipay."
In recent years, corporate awareness of information security has increased for overseas travel, including business trips to China, leading to a growing trend of restricting the bringing of company smartphones and PCs abroad. Against this backdrop, there is a rising need to safely conduct business communications and payments using dedicated local devices, without leaving business data or personal information on devices used in China.
Based on the "China Local Line Smartphone Rental Service" which we provided during the COVID-19 pandemic for the purpose of obtaining health codes, we renewed it into this Plan in October last year. We adopted official lines from major Chinese telecommunication companies that comply with the "real-name system," providing a secure and safe communication environment, and making the plan available even for short-term business travelers.
And now, starting April 15, 2026 (Wednesday), we will launch an Alipay payment option for users of this Plan, enabling them to utilize the local cashless payment service "Alipay." Alipay is widely used as a primary payment method in China. However, there are cases where credit cards issued in Japan are restricted for registration or payment, causing difficulties for Japanese business travelers in finding local payment methods. In response to these needs, we have decided to introduce the Alipay payment option into this Plan.
Key Points and Overview of This Plan
This Plan features a flexible service structure, including the setting of plans compatible with short-term use and improved convenience for application procedures. Furthermore, from April 15, 2026 (Wednesday), a new option will be added to enable Alipay payments. "Real-name system compliance," "VPN service," "Reliable compensation," and "Voice calls" are standard features, providing a secure and safe communication environment required for corporate business trips.
■ Features of This Plan and New Option Details
Item | Content
---|---
① Short-term use plan settings | Previously only a 30-day pack was available, but now short-term business trip plans of 5, 10, and 14 days have been added. This allows for short-duration travel.
② Improved convenience for application procedures | Applications can be accepted until 12:00 PM, 5 business days before the desired product receipt date. This shortens the previous 7 business days, accommodating urgent business trips.
③ Alipay payment service (option) *Cannot be added or changed after application* | An option that allows users to complete Alipay registration and charging in advance, enabling immediate QR code payment upon arrival in China. Supports charging up to 500 RMB once a day.
■ Service Overview
Plan | Content | Usage Period | Price (Tax included, non-taxable)
---|---|---|---
Smartphone Set Plan (30GB) | Data communication + Voice calls / VPN service included | 5 days | 19,000 yen
| | 10 days | 23,500 yen
| | 14 days | 27,000 yen
| | 30 days | 33,000 yen
Smartphone Set Plan (100GB) | Data communication + Voice calls / VPN service included | 5 days | Not offered
| | 10 days | 36,500 yen
| | 14 days | 40,000 yen
| | 30 days | 55,000 yen
SIM Card Only Plan (30GB) | Data communication + Voice calls / Usable with your own smartphone / Real-name system compliant | 30 days | From 16,700 yen (300 yen/GB overage)
Alipay Payment Service (Option) | Alipay registration and charging completed in advance, QR code payment available locally *Not applicable to SIM card only plan* | |