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Japan eSIM — reviews & details

Japan 3GB 30Days (IIJ) · 3 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $2.70
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 9%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan NTT docomo 4G

Traveller reviews

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Kenji W.

Vietnam · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Kenji! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara 💜

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Sri V.

Indonesia · Sep 2025

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sri! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — James

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Ava C.

Turkey · Sep 2025

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ava! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. — Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Lea H.

Indonesia · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Lea! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ryan P.

Malaysia · Sep 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ryan! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Tom 💜

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Lea H.

Turkey · Sep 2025

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Lea! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Diego

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Lucas W.

Brazil · Sep 2025

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Lucas! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – James 💜

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Nadia F.

Spain · Sep 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Isabella D.

Egypt · Sep 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Isabella! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Mei R.

Poland · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Mei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara 💜

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Ava N.

Turkey · Sep 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Ava. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Lea D.

Ireland · Sep 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Cheers, Lea! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Laura

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Katya V.

Brazil · Sep 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Katya! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace

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Emma S.

Italy · Sep 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Japan. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

So glad to hear this, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ravi W.

Sweden · Sep 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 3GB 30Days (IIJ) plan costs $2.70 for 3 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

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Pablo L. · 2 weeks ago

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

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Priya H. · 1 month ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Mateo M. · 2 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Giulia H. · 3 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Omar H. · 5 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Ingrid F. · 6 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Haruto V. · 6 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Noah D. · 7 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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James S. · 7 months ago

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

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Katya W. · 8 months ago

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

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Noah V. · 8 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Liam V. · 10 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?