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Japan 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $6.60
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan NTT docomo 5G Rakuten Mobile 5G KDDI/au 5G SoftBank 5G

Traveller reviews

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Chloe B.

India · Jan 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Chloe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark

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Hugo W.

Portugal · Jan 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Diego C.

New Zealand · Jan 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Diego! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Sara

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Haruto C.

Vietnam · Jan 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Haruto. 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

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Giulia M.

Egypt · Jan 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Anna

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Omar K.

Brazil · Jan 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Really appreciate this, Omar! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Noah P.

Spain · Dec 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Noah. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. — David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Nadia B.

Ireland · Dec 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Nadia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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James L.

Netherlands · Dec 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So glad to hear this, James! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid

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Giulia F.

New Zealand · Dec 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Made staying connected effortless.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Really appreciate this, Giulia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. — James

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Andre F.

Germany · Dec 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Japan. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Andre! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Omar

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Chloe K.

Egypt · Dec 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Chloe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Tom 💜

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Hugo M.

Thailand · Dec 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Hugo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Anna 💜

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Wei P.

New Zealand · Dec 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki 💜

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Carlos N.

India · Dec 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Carlos! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Priya

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 5GB/Day plan costs $6.60 for 5 GB/day over 1 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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Linh K. · 3 weeks ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Ava M. · 4 weeks ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Isabella P. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Sri W. · 2 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Thomas W. · 4 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Liam G. · 4 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Elena H. · 4 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Pablo D. · 6 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

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Mohammed V. · 9 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Haruto M. · 9 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Liam R. · 10 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Thomas W. · 1 year ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?