Japan eSIM — reviews & details
Japan 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Japan NTT docomo 5G Rakuten Mobile 5G KDDI/au 5G SoftBank 5G
Traveller reviews
Mateo G.
France · Sep 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thanks a lot, Mateo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support
Thomas P.
Malaysia · Sep 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thanks a lot, Thomas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! – Tom 💜
Arjun T.
Mexico · Sep 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you so much, Arjun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Laura 💜
Lucia M.
Poland · Sep 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you so much, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Yuki 💜
Ava L.
Germany · Sep 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Japan. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thanks a lot, Ava! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Min-jun D.
Thailand · Sep 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thanks a lot, Min-jun! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Chloe S.
Indonesia · Sep 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Really appreciate this, Chloe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – James, eSIM TopUp Support
Max M.
Australia · Sep 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Japan. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Cheers, Max! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Ingrid
Carlos B.
India · Aug 2025
Connected the moment I landed in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you so much, Carlos! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar
Min-jun D.
Netherlands · Aug 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Min-jun! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support
Noah S.
Saudi Arabia · Aug 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thanks a lot, Noah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Tom
Haruto C.
Turkey · Aug 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Really appreciate this, Haruto! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Sri F.
Mexico · Aug 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Would definitely buy again.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Cheers, Sri! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support
Ji-woo P.
Canada · Aug 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Japan. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Anna
Sophia C.
Vietnam · Aug 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Cheers, Sophia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Emma
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
Linh K. · 3 weeks ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Ava M. · 4 weeks ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Isabella P. · 2 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
Sri W. · 2 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Thomas W. · 4 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Liam G. · 4 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Elena H. · 4 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Pablo D. · 6 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Mohammed V. · 9 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Haruto M. · 9 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Liam R. · 10 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Thomas W. · 1 year ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?