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
Liam M.
France · Jan 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Liam. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Yuki 💜
Omar L.
Italy · Jan 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Omar. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Laura 💜
Budi F.
Thailand · Dec 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Budi. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Ingrid 💜
Linh V.
Singapore · Dec 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Linh. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Emma
Diego S.
Canada · Nov 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Diego. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
Ethan W.
Spain · Nov 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ethan. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — Grace
Ji-woo M.
Egypt · Oct 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ji-woo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support
Mateo W.
Egypt · Sep 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Mateo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Omar D.
Vietnam · Sep 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Omar. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — David
Mateo N.
Thailand · Sep 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — 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
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?