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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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Linh M.

South Korea · Oct 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Linh! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara

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Diego T.

India · Oct 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Diego! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya 💜

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Chloe D.

Sweden · Sep 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Chloe! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Thomas B.

Philippines · Sep 2024

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Thomas. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Viktor B.

Singapore · Sep 2024

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Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Viktor! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. – Grace 💜

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James N.

Mexico · Sep 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, James! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Fatima W.

Brazil · Sep 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Fatima! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Nguyen K.

UAE · Sep 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Nguyen! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Diego W.

Saudi Arabia · Sep 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Diego! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. – James 💜

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Kenji S.

Switzerland · Sep 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Kenji! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Zoe K.

United Kingdom · Sep 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Zoe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Omar F.

Germany · Sep 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Omar! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Giulia W.

Spain · Sep 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! — Diego

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Omar V.

Ireland · Sep 2024

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Did the job without any drama in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Omar! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support

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Mohammed G.

Singapore · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Japan. A must-have for international travel.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Mohammed! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego 💜

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?