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
Thomas C.
United States · Dec 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Thomas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Grace 💜
Isabella W.
Poland · Dec 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support
Mateo F.
Switzerland · Nov 2024
Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Mateo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! — Emma
Anna D.
Switzerland · Nov 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Anna. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
Omar B.
Thailand · Nov 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Omar! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. — Sophie
Lucas D.
Egypt · Nov 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Sophie
Daniel K.
Brazil · Nov 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Daniel! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna 💜
Grace N.
United States · Nov 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Grace! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Laura
Chloe D.
UAE · Nov 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Chloe! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Ken
Andre M.
Portugal · Nov 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Andre! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support
Kenji R.
Singapore · Nov 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Kenji! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Grace 💜
Mohammed C.
United States · Nov 2024
Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Mohammed! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Andre K.
Singapore · Nov 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Andre! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! – James, eSIM TopUp Support
Mohammed H.
Sweden · Nov 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Japan. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David
Ananya N.
Philippines · Nov 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Japan. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark
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?