If you are an existing DIRECTV customer, then just add JapanDirect for $25 a month. If you are not currently a DIRECTV customer, then you will need to get a basic English language package along with JapanDirect. The basic English language package starts at $21.99 a month which includes around 100 channels and requires an equipment purchase or a $59.99 a month package that includes over 150 channels with equipment included.