Japan eSIM — reviews & details
Japan 5GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Japan KDDI/au 5G
Traveller reviews
Beatriz L.
Portugal · Nov 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Beatriz. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Omar 💜
Katya G.
India · Nov 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Katya. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support
Liam G.
Germany · Nov 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Liam. 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. — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support
Olivia G.
United States · Oct 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Olivia. 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. – Yuki 💜
Zoe P.
Saudi Arabia · Oct 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Zoe. 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. — Sara, eSIM TopUp Support
Yuki K.
United Kingdom · Oct 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Yuki. 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
Diego M.
Sweden · Sep 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Diego. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Emma
Ethan L.
Netherlands · Aug 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Ethan. 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. — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Beatriz G.
Poland · Aug 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Beatriz. 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. — Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Daniel G.
Thailand · Aug 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Daniel. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Grace 💜
Hana M.
Netherlands · Jun 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Hana. 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. – Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Elena V.
United States · Jun 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Elena. 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. — James, eSIM TopUp Support
Carlos L.
Germany · May 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Carlos. 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. – David, eSIM TopUp Support
Max P.
Switzerland · Apr 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Max. 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. — Sophie
Ryan G.
Mexico · Apr 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Ryan. 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. – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
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?