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Japan 1GB 7Days (nonhkip) · 1 GB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $1.58
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 4%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G

Traveller reviews

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Katya F.

Switzerland · Jun 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! – Sara 💜

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Aisha K.

Germany · Jun 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Aisha. 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. – Diego 💜

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Priya V.

Germany · Jun 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Priya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sara

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Lea T.

United Kingdom · Jun 2025

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Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lea! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Thomas W.

Poland · Jun 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Thomas! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Sri C.

United States · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Sri! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom

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Mateo R.

United Kingdom · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Mateo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. – Diego 💜

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Max C.

Thailand · Jun 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Max! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid

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Omar W.

Canada · Jun 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Omar! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Priya

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Mateo D.

France · Jun 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Sara

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Liam D.

Brazil · Jun 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Japan. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Liam! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Emma 💜

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Sarah K.

Vietnam · Jun 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Sarah! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. — David

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Sri C.

Thailand · Jun 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Sri! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Noah G.

United States · Jun 2025

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Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Noah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ava D.

Portugal · Jun 2025

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Ava! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — David

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

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Lucas N. · 1 week ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Kenji C. · 1 month ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Mei L. · 1 month ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Marco P. · 2 months ago

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

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Arjun R. · 3 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Grace D. · 5 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Omar C. · 7 months ago

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

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Ravi R. · 8 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Elena R. · 9 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Chloe P. · 10 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Aisha P. · 11 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Lucas K. · 1 year ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.