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Japan 500MB 7Days · 500 MB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $0.60
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 66%
4 ★ 24%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan NTT docomo 5G Rakuten Mobile 5G KDDI/au 5G SoftBank 5G

Traveller reviews

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Beatriz M.

Canada · Oct 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! — Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Liam F.

Indonesia · Sep 2025

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Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Ken

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Ananya P.

Mexico · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ananya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark

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Ryan F.

Mexico · Sep 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Ryan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Daniel G.

Singapore · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Daniel! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Isabella B.

India · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Yuki R.

Australia · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Yuki! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜

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Pablo W.

United States · Sep 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Pablo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! — Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Lucia L.

Egypt · Sep 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Lucia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James, eSIM TopUp Support

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Viktor G.

Vietnam · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Viktor! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Hugo W.

Poland · Sep 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

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

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Mohammed D.

Germany · Sep 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

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

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Haruto C.

Thailand · Sep 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Haruto! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Arjun P.

Sweden · Sep 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Arjun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace

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Chloe G.

Malaysia · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Chloe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Sophie 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 500MB 7Days plan costs $0.60 for 500 MB over 7 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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Budi C. · 1 week ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Grace T. · 2 weeks ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Pablo C. · 3 months ago

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

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Diego T. · 4 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Lea P. · 5 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Budi V. · 6 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Mateo W. · 8 months ago

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

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Haruto K. · 8 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Linh L. · 9 months ago

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

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Katya B. · 11 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Haruto L. · 1 year ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Noah W. · 1 year ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?