Japan eSIM — reviews & details
Japan 5GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Japan KDDI/au 5G
Traveller reviews
Nadia K.
United Kingdom · Jun 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Appreciate you sharing this, Nadia. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Lucas P.
Mexico · May 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Lucas. 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. – Mark 💜
Olivia C.
Netherlands · May 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Olivia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Mark 💜
Nadia V.
Canada · May 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Nadia. 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. – Mark, eSIM TopUp Support
Sofia S.
Italy · Apr 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Sofia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support
Lea K.
Germany · Apr 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Lea. 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. – David, eSIM TopUp Support
Mateo P.
United Kingdom · Apr 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. 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. – Diego 💜
Marco R.
Philippines · Apr 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Marco. 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. — Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support
Yuki T.
France · Mar 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Yuki. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support
Sofia N.
Japan · Mar 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Sofia. 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. – Ken 💜
Nadia T.
Turkey · Feb 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Nadia. 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. — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Anna W.
Australia · Jan 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Anna. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Grace
Carlos W.
Brazil · Jan 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Carlos. 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. – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support
Ananya R.
Egypt · Dec 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ananya. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Priya, eSIM TopUp Support
Andre G.
India · Nov 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Andre. 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. – Priya 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Japan eSIM cost?
The Japan 5GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $5.94 for 5 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
Sofia G. · 2 weeks ago
Which networks does this connect to?
Thomas R. · 1 month ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Lucas R. · 4 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Sophia G. · 4 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Sofia S. · 6 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Max S. · 6 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Ethan N. · 8 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Mohammed C. · 8 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Viktor T. · 9 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Carlos B. · 9 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Mateo P. · 10 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Ethan V. · 11 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?