Japan eSIM — reviews & details
Japan 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Japan NTT docomo 5G Rakuten Mobile 5G KDDI/au 5G SoftBank 5G
Traveller reviews
Diego M.
Saudi Arabia · May 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Diego! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sara, eSIM TopUp Support
Sophia W.
Portugal · May 2025
Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Sophia! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support
Hugo K.
UAE · May 2025
Connected the moment I landed in Japan. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Sara 💜
James C.
Switzerland · May 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, James! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Mark 💜
Katya C.
India · May 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! – Sophie 💜
Giulia D.
Poland · May 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Japan. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Giulia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Mark
Sri R.
Saudi Arabia · May 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Sri! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! — Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Isabella T.
Vietnam · May 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — David
Viktor S.
Switzerland · May 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago We're really sorry, Viktor. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – Priya 💜
Olivia S.
France · May 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Olivia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support
Ingrid N.
Egypt · May 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support
Yuki M.
United States · May 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Yuki! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya 💜
Marco B.
India · May 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Marco! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Nadia R.
Philippines · May 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Nadia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support
Ji-woo N.
Ireland · May 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Ji-woo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Japan eSIM cost?
The Japan 5GB 30Days plan costs $4.05 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
Andre K. · 1 month ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Sophia K. · 1 month ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Emma T. · 2 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Marco B. · 3 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Nguyen K. · 5 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Grace H. · 5 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Ethan B. · 6 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Grace C. · 7 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
Camila P. · 8 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Giulia M. · 9 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
Fatima T. · 9 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Haruto H. · 1 year ago
How do I check how much data I have left?