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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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Grace K.

Malaysia · May 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Japan. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Grace! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Grace

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Nguyen T.

Brazil · May 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma 💜

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Mei R.

Australia · May 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Mei. 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. – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Andre V.

Brazil · May 2025

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Andre. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – James 💜

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Carlos V.

Portugal · May 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Mateo K.

Egypt · May 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Mateo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark

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Lea V.

UAE · May 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Lea! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support

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Hana L.

Netherlands · May 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in Japan. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Hana! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. – Priya 💜

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Lea L.

Netherlands · May 2025

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Lea! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sophie 💜

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Sri G.

Portugal · May 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Japan.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Sri! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Yuki 💜

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Ananya T.

Spain · May 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Ananya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support

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Andre T.

New Zealand · May 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Andre! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support

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Min-jun G.

Netherlands · May 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Min-jun. 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. – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Marco N.

Germany · May 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Marco! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Ingrid 💜

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Ava T.

Egypt · May 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Ava! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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?