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

View plan & buy — $4.43
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 64%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G

Traveller reviews

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Linh N.

Thailand · Jun 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Linh! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Yuki

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Beatriz K.

Ireland · Jun 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Beatriz! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Priya P.

Vietnam · Jun 2025

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Olivia V.

South Korea · Jun 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Olivia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom 💜

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Pablo G.

Japan · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Pablo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support

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Viktor N.

Germany · Jun 2025

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Viktor. That's not the experience we want for Japan. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. — Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Nguyen V.

South Korea · Jun 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Nguyen! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Budi N.

Germany · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Japan. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Budi! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar

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Camila N.

Turkey · Jun 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Camila! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Elena P.

Philippines · Jun 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Made staying connected effortless.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Elena! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid 💜

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Haruto K.

Italy · Jun 2025

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Haruto! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Mark

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Somchai N.

Brazil · Jun 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Somchai. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Max S.

Japan · Jun 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Max! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Liam W.

Japan · Jun 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Pablo H.

New Zealand · Jun 2025

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Pablo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Diego

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 3GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $4.43 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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Ethan G. · 1 month ago

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

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Mateo F. · 1 month ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Sven L. · 3 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Ravi C. · 6 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Fatima K. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Camila L. · 7 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Thomas D. · 8 months ago

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

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Wei R. · 8 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Mei W. · 8 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Emma L. · 9 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Haruto M. · 10 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Lucia S. · 11 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?