Repairs

Getting a broken phone or laptop repaired can be stressful enough without having to navigate an unfamiliar language and service system. Fortunately, Tokyo has a huge choice of repair shops, and English support is easier to find than in many other parts of Japan. For straightforward jobs such as screen and battery replacements, same-day service is common. More complicated computer repairs, water damage, or data recovery can take several days. Smartphone and Tablet Repairs iCracked iCracked is a useful starting point for foreign residents, with multilingual information online and several locations around Tokyo. One convenient branch is inside Hands at Takashimaya Times Square in Shinjuku. It repairs iPhones and selected Android devices, including Google Pixel phones. Battery replacements can start at around 6,000 yen to 10,000 yen depending on the model, with some jobs advertised as taking from around 20 minutes. Screen, camera, charging-port, and other repairs are also available. Best for: iPhones, Google Pixel phones, and quick repairsTurnaround: From around 20 minutes for some simple repairs Smartphone Hospital Smartphone Hospital, or Smahospital (スマホスピタル), has branches in areas including Shinjuku, Akihabara, and Otemachi. It handles iPhones, iPads, Android devices, and some games consoles. Prices vary by branch and model, but…