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Japan 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 2 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $2.40
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Ingrid T.

Brazil · Aug 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Ingrid. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Grace 💜

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Pablo R.

Brazil · Jun 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Pablo. 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. — Omar

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Max R.

South Korea · Jun 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for taking the time, Max. 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. — Emma

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Mei B.

United States · Jun 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Mei. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Laura

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Grace N.

Indonesia · Jun 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Grace. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Sophie 💜

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Ananya F.

Netherlands · May 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Ananya. 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. – Omar 💜

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Emma L.

Brazil · May 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Emma. 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, eSIM TopUp Support

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Mateo D.

United States · May 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Mateo. 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. – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Haruto S.

Thailand · Apr 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Haruto. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Min-jun D.

Turkey · Apr 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Min-jun. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — James

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Daniel G.

Spain · Feb 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Daniel. 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. — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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James V.

New Zealand · Feb 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, James. 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. — James

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Chloe T.

Singapore · Jan 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Chloe. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Mateo S.

South Korea · Dec 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Mateo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Laura

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Sven P.

Egypt · Dec 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Sven. 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. – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $2.40 for 2 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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Pablo C. · 2 weeks ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Arjun F. · 1 month ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Isabella W. · 2 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Sarah L. · 2 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Emma N. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Mohammed D. · 2 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Emma K. · 3 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Ryan T. · 8 months ago

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

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Min-jun F. · 9 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Somchai L. · 10 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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James K. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Kenji L. · 11 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?