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Japan 10GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 10 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $9.90
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 64%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G

Traveller reviews

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Somchai M.

Thailand · Feb 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Somchai. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ryan W.

India · Feb 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ryan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Katya M.

India · Feb 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Katya! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid

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Fatima B.

Thailand · Feb 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Fatima! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Carlos G.

Egypt · Feb 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Carlos. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Budi V.

Portugal · Feb 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Budi! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — David

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Ethan D.

South Korea · Feb 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Ethan! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Diego

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Olivia S.

United Kingdom · Feb 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Olivia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜

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Pablo C.

Canada · Feb 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Pablo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego

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Hana G.

Malaysia · Feb 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Hana. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Nadia P.

Sweden · Feb 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark 💜

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Nadia M.

Switzerland · Feb 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So glad to hear this, Nadia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Grace B.

Italy · Feb 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So glad to hear this, Grace! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Anna

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Hugo K.

Netherlands · Feb 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Emma

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Aisha B.

Malaysia · Feb 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Aisha! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 10GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $9.90 for 10 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Japan eSIM?

Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the eSIM TopUp app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Japan.

Will this eSIM work on my phone?

It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.

Can I keep my regular number?

Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Japan.

Comments & questions

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Sven G. · 1 week ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Aisha D. · 2 weeks ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

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James R. · 1 month ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Olivia M. · 2 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Nguyen F. · 2 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

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Lea D. · 4 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Mohammed S. · 5 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Omar P. · 6 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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James M. · 8 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Liam D. · 8 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Kenji K. · 9 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Lucas L. · 10 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?