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Japan 1GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $1.20
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 59%
4 ★ 33%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Liam T.

Australia · Nov 2024

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Liam! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark 💜

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Budi K.

Japan · Oct 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Budi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ananya V.

Turkey · Oct 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ananya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Laura

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Andre M.

Germany · Oct 2024

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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.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Andre! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Sara

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Marco P.

Singapore · Oct 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Marco! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Yuki

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Nadia S.

Portugal · Oct 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Japan. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Nadia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara

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Elena C.

Turkey · Oct 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Elena! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Grace 💜

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Ava D.

United States · Oct 2024

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Ava! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Sophie

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Giulia D.

Singapore · Oct 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Giulia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna

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Zoe P.

Japan · Oct 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Zoe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Ken 💜

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Thomas M.

United Kingdom · Oct 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Thomas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ethan C.

Italy · Oct 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ethan! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Ingrid 💜

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Beatriz V.

South Korea · Oct 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜

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Sofia F.

France · Oct 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! – David 💜

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Camila F.

Malaysia · Oct 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Camila! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 1GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $1.20 for 1 GB/day over 1 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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Priya C. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Haruto G. · 4 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Grace P. · 4 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Elena N. · 5 months ago

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

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Camila L. · 5 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Lucas C. · 6 months ago

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

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Andre S. · 7 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Grace G. · 8 months ago

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

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Kenji B. · 8 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Linh F. · 10 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Daniel B. · 1 year ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Liam T. · 1 year ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?