Japan eSIM — reviews & details
Japan 50GB 30Days · 50 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Japan NTT docomo 5G Rakuten Mobile 5G KDDI/au 5G SoftBank 5G
Traveller reviews
Somchai L.
Poland · Oct 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Somchai! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — David
Liam T.
Japan · Oct 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. – Priya, eSIM TopUp Support
Haruto V.
UAE · Oct 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Haruto. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support
Aisha B.
Netherlands · Oct 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Aisha! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support
Isabella R.
Indonesia · Oct 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Isabella! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace
Diego K.
Netherlands · Oct 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Fatima R.
Netherlands · Oct 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Fatima. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Mark, eSIM TopUp Support
Arjun W.
Sweden · Oct 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Arjun. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Carlos D.
Singapore · Oct 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago We're really sorry, Carlos. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – David, eSIM TopUp Support
Mohammed H.
Mexico · Oct 2024
Super easy to set up before I flew out in Japan. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Mohammed! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – James, eSIM TopUp Support
Carlos K.
Switzerland · Oct 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Carlos! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Ava D.
Singapore · Oct 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Ava! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – David 💜
Ingrid M.
Vietnam · Oct 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna
Mei K.
Singapore · Oct 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Mei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜
Isabella H.
UAE · Oct 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Isabella! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support
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
James C. · 4 weeks ago
Which networks does this connect to?
Nadia D. · 2 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Katya M. · 2 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Anna L. · 3 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Ji-woo N. · 5 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Louis W. · 5 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Min-jun R. · 6 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Mei N. · 7 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
Max V. · 8 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Chloe K. · 9 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Kenji T. · 1 year ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Hana N. · 1 year ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?