Japan Apple ID Registration Guide: Easily Download the Binance App

A Japan Apple ID is a great option for downloading the Binance app. Binance is available on the Japanese App Store, and since Japan's cryptocurrency regulations are relatively friendly, the app's availability is quite stable. Registering a Japan Apple ID allows for long-term use. First, complete the registration of your trading account on the Binance official website, and then use the Japan Apple ID to download the official Binance app from the App Store. For more details on installing it on Apple devices, please refer to the iOS installation guide.

Why Choose a Japan Apple ID

Unique Advantages of the Japan Region

• Crypto-Friendly: Japan is one of the earliest and most regulated countries globally regarding cryptocurrency, and Binance is stably listed on the Japan App Store.
• Geographic Proximity: Japanese servers are physically closer to China, making App Store download speeds faster than the US region.
• Easy to Buy Gift Cards: Japan Apple gift cards are easy to purchase domestically, and the pricing is relatively transparent.
• Exclusive Content: The Japan region has many exclusive games and apps, making a Japan account widely useful after registration.
• Cultural Similarity: Although the interface is in Japanese, Chinese users can understand many of the Kanji characters.

Things to Note for the Japan Region

• The App Store interface defaults to Japanese (but your phone's system language can remain Chinese or English).
• Some Western apps might not be available in the Japan region.
• You need to fill in a Japanese address and phone number.

Preparation Work

Materials Needed

1. New Email: An email that has never been registered for an Apple ID. Gmail, Outlook, QQ Mail, or 163 Mail all work.
2. Phone Number: Used to receive verification codes; a domestic phone number works fine.
3. Japanese Address: Required during registration; reference addresses will be provided below.

Japanese Address References

You need to fill in a Japanese address when registering. Here are a few usable reference addresses:

Tokyo Address Example 1:

• 郵便番号 (Zip Code): 100-0001
• 都道府県 (Prefecture): 東京都 (Tokyo)
• 市区町村 (City/Ward/Town/Village): 千代田区 (Chiyoda-ku)
• 番地 (Block/Street): 千代田1-1 (Chiyoda 1-1)
• 電話番号 (Phone): 03-1234-5678

Tokyo Address Example 2:

• 郵便番号: 150-0001
• 都道府県: 東京都
• 市区町村: 渋谷区
• 番地: 神宮前1-1-1
• 電話番号: 03-2345-6789

Osaka Address Example:

• 郵便番号: 530-0001
• 都道府県: 大阪府
• 市区町村: 大阪市北区
• 番地: 梅田1-1-1
• 電話番号: 06-1234-5678

Registration Steps

Method 1: Register via Web (Recommended)

Step 1: Open the Registration Page

Open https://appleid.apple.com in your browser and click "Apple IDを作成" (Create Your Apple ID).

If the page is not in Japanese, it's fine; you can switch the language at the bottom of the page, or just operate on the English interface as the process is the same.

Step 2: Fill in Registration Information

• 名前 (First Name): Fill in your first name, like "太郎" or pinyin "Ming".
• 姓 (Last Name): Fill in your last name, like "田中" or pinyin "Wang".
• 国/地域 (Country/Region): Select "日本" (Japan).
• 生年月日 (Date of Birth): Ensure you are over 18 years old.
• メールアドレス (Email): Enter your new email.
• パスワード (Password): Set a password of at least 8 characters, including uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers.

Step 3: Phone Number Verification

• 電話番号 (Phone Number): Select +86 (China), enter your phone number.
• 確認方法 (Verification Method): Select SMS (Text message).
• Click "続ける" (Continue).

Step 4: Enter Verification Codes

1. Enter the image captcha (if any).
2. Enter the verification code received in your email.
3. Enter the SMS verification code received on your phone.

Step 5: Complete Registration

Once verified, the registration is complete. Keep your Apple ID email and password safe.

Method 2: Register via iPhone/iPad

Step 1: Sign Out of Current App Store Account

1. Open the App Store.
2. Tap your profile picture in the top right corner.
3. Scroll to the bottom and tap "サインアウト" (Sign Out).

Step 2: Create a New Account

1. Search for any free app.
2. Tap "入手" (Get).
3. When the login screen pops up, select "Apple IDを新規作成" (Create New Apple ID).

Step 3: Fill in Information

1. Email and password.
2. Select "日本" (Japan) for Country/Region.
3. Agree to the Terms and Conditions.
4. Fill in your name and date of birth.

Step 4: Payment Method and Address

1. お支払い方法 (Payment Method): Select "なし" (None).
2. Fill in the Japanese address information (use the reference addresses provided above).

Step 5: Verification Complete

Enter the email and phone verification codes to complete the registration.

Logging into the Japan App Store for the First Time

A newly registered Japan Apple ID requires additional setup when used in the App Store for the first time:

1. Log into the App Store.
2. A prompt will appear stating that your account information needs to be reviewed.
3. Tap "レビュー" (Review).
4. Agree to the terms: Turn on "利用規約に同意する" (Agree to Terms and Conditions).
5. Confirm the payment method is set to "なし" (None).
6. Fill in or confirm the address information.
7. Tap "次へ" (Next) to finish.

Downloading Binance in the Japan App Store

After completing the setup, start downloading Binance:

1. Enter "Binance" in the App Store search bar.
2. Find the official Binance app.
   • Icon: Yellow background with a white diamond logo.
   • Developer: Binance Inc.
   • Be careful to distinguish the official app from fake ones.
3. Tap "入手" (Get).
4. Confirm with Face ID/Touch ID or by entering your password.
5. Wait for the download and installation to complete.

The download process is usually very fast. Because Japanese servers are close to China, the internet speed is much better than the US region.

Detailed Explanation of Filling out a Japan Apple ID

For users who don't understand Japanese, here is an explanation of what each field in the App Store setup page means:

Personal Information Section

• 姓 (せい): Last name.
• 名 (めい): First name.
• フリガナ (姓): Katakana pronunciation of the last name, you can fill in anything, such as "タナカ" (Tanaka).
• フリガナ (名): Katakana pronunciation of the first name, such as "タロウ" (Tarou).

Address Section

• 郵便番号: Zip code, e.g., 100-0001.
• 都道府県: Equivalent to province, e.g., 東京都 (Tokyo-to), 大阪府 (Osaka-fu).
• 市区町村: Equivalent to city + ward, e.g., 千代田区 (Chiyoda-ku).
• 丁目 番地 号等: Detailed address, e.g., 千代田1-1.
• 建物名、部屋番号(任意): Building name and room number, optional.
• 電話番号: Phone number, e.g., 03-1234-5678.

Payment Section

• お支払い方法: Payment method.
  • なし: None (Select this).
  • クレジット/デビットカード: Credit/Debit card.
  • キャリア決済: Carrier billing.

How to Top Up a Japan Apple ID

Although you don't need to top up to download Binance, if you want to buy paid apps or games in the Japan region in the future, you can top up through the following methods:

Japan Apple Gift Card

This is the most convenient way to top up:

1. Search for "Japan Apple Gift Card" or "Japan iTunes Card" on Taobao.
2. Choose the denomination you need (1000 yen, 3000 yen, 5000 yen, etc.).
3. After payment, the seller will send you a redemption code.
4. In the App Store, tap your profile picture → "ギフトカードまたはコードを使う" (Redeem Gift Card or Code).
5. Enter the redemption code to complete the top-up.

International Credit Card

Some Visa or Mastercard credit cards can be bound to a Japan account. However, not all cards issued by every bank will work; you need to try it out to know.

Actions After Download is Complete

Switching Back to the Domestic Region

1. App Store → Profile Picture → Sign Out of the current account.
2. Log in with your domestic Apple ID.
3. The Binance app will remain unaffected.

Updating the Binance App

When you need to update it in the future:

1. Switch to your Japan Apple ID.
2. Search for Binance in the App Store or check the update list.
3. Tap Update.
4. Switch back to your domestic region after completion.

Setting Up Automatic Updates

If you stay logged into the Japan account most of the time, you can turn on automatic updates in "Settings → App Store". However, if you primarily use your domestic account, automatic updates won't apply, and you'll need to update manually.

Comparison Between Japan and US Apple IDs

Should you choose the Japan region or the US region? Here is a comparison:

Download Speed

• Japan Region: Servers are in Japan, closer to China, so download speeds are usually faster.
• US Region: Servers are in the US, further away, but CDN coverage is broad.

Number of Apps

• Japan Region: Many Japan-exclusive apps (especially games), but some Western apps might be missing.
• US Region: The most comprehensive selection of apps; practically everything is available.

Gift Card Prices

• Japan Region: The Yen exchange rate is stable, and gift cards are easy to buy domestically.
• US Region: US Dollar gift cards are also easy to buy, but exchange rate fluctuations might affect the actual price.

Binance Availability

Both regions have the Binance app available with exactly the same features and no differences.

Recommendations

• If you don't usually play Japanese games, the US region is more universal.
• If you are a fan of Japanese culture or want Japanese games, choose the Japan region.
• If you only want to download Binance, either one works.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

The Page Turns into Unreadable Japanese After Selecting Japan During Registration

Solutions:

1. Use your browser's translation feature (you can right-click and select translate to English in Chrome).
2. Refer to the Japanese field translation table provided above to fill it out.
3. Alternatively, register using the English interface first (select English for language at appleid.apple.com), and simply choose Japan for Country/Region.

Payment Method Does Not Have a "なし" (None) Option

Possible solutions:

1. Ensure you are setting this up during your first login in the App Store, not on the webpage.
2. Complete registration via the webpage first, then log into the App Store.
3. Sign out and try logging in again.

Address Verification Failed

1. Confirm the zip code format is correct (Japanese zip code format is XXX-XXXX).
2. Confirm the prefecture is selected correctly.
3. The phone number format must include the area code.

Cannot Find Binance When Searching to Download

1. Confirm you are logged into the Japan account and not the domestic account.
2. Search for "Binance" (in English) instead of "币安" (in Chinese).
3. Clear your App Store search cache.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do I Need a Japanese Phone Number to Register a Japan Apple ID?

No. You can use a Chinese phone number (+86) to register. Apple ID phone verification does not restrict regions.

Is a Japan Apple ID Free?

Completely free. There is no charge to register, and downloading free apps costs nothing. You only need to pay if you purchase paid apps or subscriptions.

Can I Use a Japan Apple ID if I Don't Know Japanese?

Absolutely. Although the App Store interface is in Japanese, the operations are exactly the same as the domestic region. Moreover, many Japanese words contain Kanji that Chinese speakers can roughly guess. If you really don't understand, you can use a browser translator. The Binance app itself supports English/Chinese and is unaffected by which region's Apple ID you use.

Will a Japan Apple ID Affect My Domestic iCloud?

No, as long as you only switch accounts in the App Store. Your iCloud account and App Store account can use different Apple IDs independently. Keep your domestic account for iCloud and only switch to the Japan account in the App Store.

How Many Apple IDs Can One Phone Number Register?

One phone number can be linked to about 3 Apple IDs. If you already have a domestic account using this phone number, you can usually still register one or two accounts for other regions.

How Often Do I Need to Log into the Japan Apple ID?

There is no strict requirement, but it's recommended to log in at least once every 2-3 months to prevent the account from being flagged for long-term inactivity. Simply logging in when you update the Binance app is sufficient.

What Should I Do if My Japan Apple ID is Banned?

If your account is disabled, you can resolve it through the following methods:

1. Go to appleid.apple.com to attempt unlocking it.
2. Reset your password via email.
3. Contact Apple Japan customer support (they support English communication).
4. If it really cannot be unlocked, register a new Japan account.