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Japan 1GB/Day (nonhkip) · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $1.44
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 64%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G

Traveller reviews

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Sri M.

Egypt · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Sofia C.

United Kingdom · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Sofia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – James 💜

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Omar C.

Vietnam · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Omar! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Grace M.

Malaysia · Sep 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Grace! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – David 💜

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Somchai B.

Sweden · Sep 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Somchai. 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. — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Olivia G.

Japan · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Cheers, Olivia! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid

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Sofia R.

Switzerland · Sep 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

So glad to hear this, Sofia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Ken 💜

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Kenji L.

Egypt · Sep 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

So glad to hear this, Kenji! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Nadia L.

Mexico · Sep 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

So glad to hear this, Nadia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Camila B.

New Zealand · Aug 2025

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Camila! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Sophie 💜

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Lea H.

Philippines · Aug 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Cheers, Lea! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ethan F.

United Kingdom · Aug 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ethan! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Giulia C.

Egypt · Aug 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Giulia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sara 💜

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Hana K.

Japan · Aug 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Hana! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Daniel L.

United Kingdom · Aug 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Daniel! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Yuki

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 1GB/Day (nonhkip) plan costs $1.44 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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Ethan W. · 3 weeks ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Daniel G. · 3 months ago

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

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Budi C. · 4 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Sofia T. · 4 months ago

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

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Viktor D. · 4 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Daniel S. · 5 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Beatriz S. · 7 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Linh M. · 8 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Ravi W. · 10 months ago

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

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Anna P. · 10 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Viktor G. · 11 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Mei B. · 1 year ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.