Japan eSIM — reviews & details
Japan 1GB 7Days (nonhkip) · 1 GB · 7 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Japan KDDI/au 5G
Traveller reviews
Fatima P.
Malaysia · Aug 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 2 days ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Fatima. 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. — Sara
Louis G.
Singapore · Aug 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 days ago Thank you so much, Louis! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki 💜
Giulia G.
Mexico · Aug 2026
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 week ago Really appreciate this, Giulia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! – Emma 💜
Nguyen T.
Japan · Aug 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 week ago So glad to hear this, Nguyen! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. — James
Ananya G.
Turkey · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 week ago Thanks for sharing, Ananya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support
Min-jun W.
France · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 week ago Really appreciate this, Min-jun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Laura
Budi P.
Netherlands · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges in Japan. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 2 weeks ago Cheers, Budi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — James, eSIM TopUp Support
Wei F.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks a lot, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Linh B.
Spain · Jul 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks for sharing, Linh! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James 💜
Lucia L.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 2 weeks ago Thank you so much, Lucia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support
Hugo M.
Philippines · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 2 weeks ago Cheers, Hugo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Ingrid B.
Netherlands · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 weeks ago Thanks a lot, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Emma 💜
Camila B.
Brazil · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.
Mark
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 weeks ago Thank you for the kind words, Camila! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! – Mark, eSIM TopUp Support
Thomas D.
South Korea · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ingrid
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 weeks ago Really appreciate this, Thomas! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. — Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support
Carlos N.
Japan · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 weeks ago Cheers, Carlos! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Japan eSIM cost?
The Japan 1GB 7Days (nonhkip) plan costs $1.58 for 1 GB over 7 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
Lucas N. · 1 week ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Kenji C. · 1 month ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Mei L. · 1 month ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
Marco P. · 2 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Arjun R. · 3 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Grace D. · 5 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Omar C. · 7 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Ravi R. · 8 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Elena R. · 9 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Chloe P. · 10 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Aisha P. · 11 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Lucas K. · 1 year ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.