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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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Isabella T.

Italy · Jan 2025

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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. Five stars from me.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid

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Camila R.

New Zealand · Jan 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Hana R.

Portugal · Jan 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Hana! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Carlos K.

India · Jan 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Carlos! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Sofia L.

Indonesia · Jan 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Sofia. 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. — Ken

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Sophia L.

Italy · Jan 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Would definitely buy again.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Sophia! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. – Ken 💜

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Sven R.

Mexico · Jan 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sven! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support

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Mateo T.

Japan · Jan 2025

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year 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. – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ananya V.

Vietnam · Jan 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Kenji V.

Spain · Jan 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Kenji! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma 💜

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Emma C.

Spain · Jan 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Emma! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom 💜

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Kenji M.

Malaysia · Dec 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Made staying connected effortless.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Kenji! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Laura

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Hana F.

South Korea · Dec 2024

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Hana! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Isabella G.

India · Dec 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Isabella! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ryan S.

Australia · Dec 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Ryan! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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?