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Japan 10GB 30Days · 10 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $7.05
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 64%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 4%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan NTT docomo 5G Rakuten Mobile 5G KDDI/au 5G SoftBank 5G

Traveller reviews

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Hana F.

Ireland · Mar 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Hana! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Sven H.

Canada · Mar 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Sven! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Olivia L.

Germany · Mar 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Olivia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Tom 💜

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Nguyen F.

Indonesia · Mar 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Nguyen! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya 💜

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Viktor D.

Netherlands · Mar 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Viktor. 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. — Ingrid

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Isabella W.

Indonesia · Mar 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Isabella! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support

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Kenji W.

United Kingdom · Mar 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in Japan. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Kenji! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Mateo K.

Canada · Mar 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – David 💜

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Giulia F.

Turkey · Mar 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ingrid 💜

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Elena G.

Indonesia · Mar 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Carlos T.

Spain · Mar 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Carlos! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Diego

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Marco H.

Singapore · Mar 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Marco. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Anna

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Lucas T.

Egypt · Mar 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lucas! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Katya C.

Malaysia · Mar 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Katya. That's not the experience we want for Japan. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – Ingrid 💜

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Arjun L.

Italy · Mar 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Arjun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Sophie

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 10GB 30Days plan costs $7.05 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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James F. · 2 weeks ago

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

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Katya S. · 2 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Mohammed N. · 4 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Pablo L. · 4 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

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Camila F. · 5 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Katya G. · 5 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Olivia W. · 6 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Sophia F. · 6 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Priya B. · 7 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Sophia T. · 7 months ago

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

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Somchai D. · 8 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Linh B. · 10 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?