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Japan eSIM — reviews & details

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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Ananya K.

Indonesia · Oct 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Ananya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James

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Ethan V.

Canada · Oct 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ethan! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Carlos G.

New Zealand · Oct 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in Japan. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Carlos! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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Liam S.

Malaysia · Oct 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Liam! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Liam G.

Vietnam · Oct 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Liam! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Somchai H.

France · Oct 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Somchai! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Omar 💜

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Zoe L.

France · Oct 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Zoe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Omar 💜

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Marco F.

United States · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Marco! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Linh S.

New Zealand · Sep 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Linh! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support

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Olivia V.

Saudi Arabia · Sep 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Olivia! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar 💜

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Marco M.

UAE · Sep 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Marco! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — David

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Katya D.

Poland · Sep 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Japan. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Katya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Sophie

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Ryan L.

Vietnam · Sep 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ryan. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Yuki

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Mei N.

Germany · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Mei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Andre P.

Poland · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Andre! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Ingrid 💜

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?