Japan? Can i take iPhone 5 over there?

I'm moving to japan for 3 years because I'm getting orders over there and I'm moving to an american base but i still want to use my iPhone 5, can i use it over there? Do they have Verizon over at japan or what do i do with my iphone?

You can certainly take your Verizon Wireless iPhone 5 to Japan. You will, however, need to call customer service to make sure it is global ready. Verizon offers international dialling, which enables texting and calling. This is a pay as you go rate, so you would have to inquire about the rates for Japan. Verizon also offers the Global Data package, which includes 100mb per month for $25 a month. Because you will be there for 3 years, it is likely a better option to have your phone unlocked for an international sim card. This way, you would be able to use your iPhone while in Japan, but under a Japanese carrier. It will be a much cheaper option due to the length you will be there.

You can find out more details about the rates by visiting www.vzw.com or by calling customer support at 800-922-0204, or *611 from your Verizon Wireless phone.

We do not have Verizon in Japan. But if your iPhone is SIM-free, you can buy this kind of SIM only plan in Japan. And you can use your current iPhone 5.
http://www.bmobile.ne.jp/sim/

There are many other plans like that in Japan.