Japan eSIM — reviews & details
Japan 20GB 30Days · 20 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Japan NTT docomo 5G Rakuten Mobile 5G KDDI/au 5G SoftBank 5G
Traveller reviews
Zoe D.
Egypt · Oct 2024
Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Zoe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Emma 💜
Min-jun M.
Turkey · Oct 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Min-jun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
Katya H.
Canada · Oct 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Katya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
Ava F.
Australia · Sep 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ava. 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. — Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Noah V.
Netherlands · Sep 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support
Aisha S.
New Zealand · Sep 2024
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Aisha! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Sophie
Nguyen D.
Turkey · Sep 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Nguyen! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. — Sara, eSIM TopUp Support
Omar P.
Canada · Sep 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Omar! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! — Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Lucas W.
Ireland · Sep 2024
Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Lucas! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Yuki 💜
Grace T.
South Korea · Sep 2024
Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Grace! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark
Ryan N.
UAE · Sep 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Ryan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support
Wei P.
Spain · Sep 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Wei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Tom 💜
Hugo F.
India · Sep 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Hugo. That's not the experience we want for Japan. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. – Mark, eSIM TopUp Support
Grace F.
United States · Sep 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Grace! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support
Carlos L.
Egypt · Sep 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Carlos! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Japan eSIM cost?
The Japan 20GB 30Days plan costs $12.30 for 20 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
Arjun V. · 4 days ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Beatriz R. · 3 weeks ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Noah F. · 2 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Lucia B. · 3 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
Katya K. · 3 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Ethan L. · 5 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Ava G. · 5 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Hugo B. · 6 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Wei L. · 9 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Emma V. · 10 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Liam P. · 1 year ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
Louis H. · 1 year ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?