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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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Grace D.

India · Oct 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Grace! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ji-woo M.

Egypt · Oct 2024

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Ingrid 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

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Camila S.

UAE · Oct 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Camila! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜

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Yuki V.

Italy · Oct 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Japan. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Yuki! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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Budi G.

Australia · Oct 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Budi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James

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Sven B.

Brazil · Oct 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Sven! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James 💜

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Mei W.

Egypt · Oct 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Mei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. – Sara 💜

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Fatima W.

UAE · Oct 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Fatima! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark 💜

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Camila W.

Portugal · Oct 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Japan.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David

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Hugo D.

Sweden · Oct 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜

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Lucas P.

Singapore · Oct 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Noah V.

Philippines · Oct 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ken 💜

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Arjun C.

Spain · Oct 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Arjun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! — David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Kenji L.

Malaysia · Oct 2024

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Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Kenji! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid 💜

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Arjun P.

South Korea · Oct 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Arjun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, eSIM TopUp Support

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?