Japan eSIM — reviews & details
Japan 500MB 7Days · 500 MB · 7 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Japan NTT docomo 5G Rakuten Mobile 5G KDDI/au 5G SoftBank 5G
Traveller reviews
Marco D.
New Zealand · May 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Marco! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna
Ingrid F.
United States · May 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Ingrid! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma 💜
Linh F.
Australia · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
Tom
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Linh! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support
Sarah N.
UAE · May 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Tom
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago So sorry to hear this, Sarah. That's not the experience we want for Japan. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. – Tom 💜
Grace N.
Mexico · May 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Mark
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Grace! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support
Sri V.
Vietnam · May 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support
Budi M.
Thailand · May 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Budi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support
Sophia N.
Mexico · May 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Yuki 💜
Nguyen B.
Netherlands · May 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – James 💜
Noah W.
Italy · May 2026
Did the job without any drama in Japan. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Louis P.
India · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Ingrid
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Louis! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support
Wei H.
Italy · May 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Sophie
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago We're really sorry, Wei. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. — Sophie
Daniel M.
Portugal · Apr 2026
Did the job without any drama in Japan. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Daniel! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, eSIM TopUp Support
Somchai P.
France · Apr 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Sara
Beatriz T.
Canada · Apr 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Beatriz! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David 💜
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
Budi C. · 1 week ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Grace T. · 1 week ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Pablo C. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Diego T. · 4 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Lea P. · 5 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
Budi V. · 6 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Mateo W. · 7 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Haruto K. · 8 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Linh L. · 9 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Katya B. · 11 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Haruto L. · 1 year ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Noah W. · 1 year ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?