This article explores the rules and regulations surrounding cell phone usage in Japanese schools, as well as the reasons behind them. Generally speaking, most schools do not allow students to use their cell phones during class time, though some may permit it during lunch breaks or after classes have ended for the day. Reasons for this include distraction, cheating, cyberbullying, safety risks, health risks and lack of respect. Additionally, technology such as interactive whiteboards and computers are used in Japanese classrooms to allow both teachers and students access to digital content related to course material being discussed that day.