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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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Ravi C.

Mexico · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Cheers, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Sara

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Camila N.

India · Sep 2025

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Mei W.

Sweden · Sep 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Mei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Laura

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Lea V.

Brazil · Sep 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

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

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Mateo F.

United States · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sophie 💜

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Sophia N.

India · Sep 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Sophia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark

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James R.

Saudi Arabia · Aug 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, James! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! – James 💜

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Camila V.

Philippines · Aug 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Omar

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Thomas W.

Italy · Aug 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Thomas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Sophie 💜

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Beatriz B.

Indonesia · Aug 2025

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

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

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Linh R.

France · Aug 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Linh! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Wei F.

United Kingdom · Aug 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. – Grace 💜

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Katya L.

Japan · Aug 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Katya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! — Tom

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Katya D.

Malaysia · Aug 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

So glad to hear this, Katya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James, eSIM TopUp Support

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Anna V.

Mexico · Aug 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Anna! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – James 💜

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?