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Japan eSIM — reviews & details

Japan 50GB 30Days · 50 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $25.50
4.4

620 reviews

5 ★ 59%
4 ★ 29%
3 ★ 10%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Olivia K.

Philippines · Oct 2025

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Did the job without any drama in Japan. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Really appreciate this, Olivia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Yuki S.

Japan · Oct 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thanks a lot, Yuki! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Viktor G.

Italy · Oct 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

So glad to hear this, Viktor! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Kenji F.

Sweden · Oct 2025

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Kenji. 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. — Ingrid

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Carlos M.

Singapore · Oct 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Carlos! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara

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Fatima F.

Mexico · Oct 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Fatima! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ava B.

Singapore · Oct 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Priya 💜

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Carlos F.

Turkey · Oct 2025

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Carlos! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Budi L.

Poland · Oct 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Budi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Yuki

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Sarah P.

Italy · Oct 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sarah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Fatima D.

Malaysia · Oct 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Japan. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Fatima! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ingrid M.

South Korea · Oct 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support

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Hugo S.

Philippines · Oct 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! — Priya

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Marco R.

United Kingdom · Oct 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Marco! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Thomas G.

Malaysia · Oct 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Thomas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 50GB 30Days plan costs $25.50 for 50 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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James C. · 4 weeks ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Nadia D. · 2 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Katya M. · 2 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Anna L. · 3 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Ji-woo N. · 5 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Louis W. · 5 months ago

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

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Min-jun R. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Mei N. · 7 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Max V. · 8 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Chloe K. · 9 months ago

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

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Kenji T. · 1 year ago

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

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Hana N. · 1 year ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?