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Japan 2GB/Day (IIJ) · 2 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $3.00
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan NTT docomo 4G

Traveller reviews

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Zoe M.

Canada · Apr 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Zoe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. – Tom 💜

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Pablo P.

Japan · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Pablo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜

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Andre W.

Vietnam · Apr 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks a lot, Andre! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Ingrid 💜

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Wei V.

Spain · Apr 2026

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Wei. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Carlos H.

Singapore · Apr 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks a lot, Carlos! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Yuki B.

Mexico · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Yuki! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ingrid C.

Egypt · Mar 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Japan.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Ingrid! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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Carlos L.

Brazil · Mar 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in Japan. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks a lot, Carlos! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Emma 💜

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Noah M.

UAE · Mar 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Noah. 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. – Mark 💜

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Ethan W.

United Kingdom · Mar 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ethan! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar 💜

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Yuki L.

India · Mar 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Yuki! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace

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Ananya H.

Spain · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Ananya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Katya B.

Ireland · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken

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Nadia H.

Italy · Mar 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Nadia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support

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Carlos M.

Turkey · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Carlos! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — James, eSIM TopUp Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 2GB/Day (IIJ) plan costs $3.00 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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Wei H. · 1 week ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Ananya B. · 2 weeks ago

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

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Pablo L. · 1 month ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Min-jun P. · 1 month ago

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

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Camila K. · 5 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Arjun P. · 7 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Arjun D. · 7 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Priya N. · 8 months ago

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

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Marco V. · 9 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Ingrid V. · 9 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Diego L. · 10 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Andre M. · 10 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?