Japan eSIM — reviews & details
Japan 10GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 10 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Japan KDDI/au 5G
Traveller reviews
Ingrid C.
Italy · Mar 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ingrid. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Anna, eSIM TopUp Support
Priya B.
Ireland · Mar 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Priya. 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. — Mark
Emma S.
Switzerland · Feb 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Emma. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Grace
Min-jun H.
Netherlands · Feb 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Min-jun. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – James 💜
Camila D.
Ireland · Feb 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Camila. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Omar
Mateo K.
Thailand · Jan 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Yuki 💜
Ananya L.
Thailand · Dec 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ananya. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Mei R.
UAE · Dec 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mei. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – James 💜
Lucas K.
South Korea · Nov 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Lucas. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — David, eSIM TopUp Support
Diego N.
Thailand · Nov 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Diego. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Mark 💜
Sofia N.
Japan · Nov 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Sofia. 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. – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Emma C.
Saudi Arabia · Oct 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Emma. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Yuki
Pablo V.
Poland · Sep 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Pablo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Giulia S.
Philippines · Sep 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Giulia. 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. — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Liam P.
New Zealand · Aug 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Liam. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Diego, 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
Sven G. · 1 week ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Aisha D. · 2 weeks ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
James R. · 1 month ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
Olivia M. · 2 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Nguyen F. · 2 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Lea D. · 4 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Mohammed S. · 5 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
Omar P. · 6 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
James M. · 8 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Liam D. · 8 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Kenji K. · 9 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Lucas L. · 10 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?