Use a japanese iphone with a european sim card?

Hello,
My question is: Is it possible to use an iphone purchased in Japan (with a japanese sim card) in Europe with a european Sim card. I know it has to be unlocked but that's not a problem. My concern is the Sim card.
Thank you for your help.

roaminggnome wrote:
Japanese carriers do not unlock iPhones at all nor are unlocked iPhones sold in Japan.
I believe that Apple started selling unlocked phones directly sometime last year.

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