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
Diego V.
Sweden · Sep 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Diego! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom 💜
Mohammed M.
South Korea · Sep 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges in Japan. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Mohammed! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. — Ken
Ananya G.
Spain · Sep 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James, eSIM TopUp Support
Kenji F.
Philippines · Sep 2024
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Kenji! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – David, eSIM TopUp Support
Louis R.
Germany · Sep 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Louis! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Chloe F.
Poland · Sep 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Chloe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support
Mateo K.
New Zealand · Sep 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Mateo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sophie 💜
Mohammed K.
Italy · Sep 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Mohammed! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Haruto K.
Canada · Sep 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Haruto! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Omar
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
Sofia G.
Canada · Sep 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Sofia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Emma V.
Thailand · Sep 2024
Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Hugo L.
Saudi Arabia · Sep 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support
Olivia S.
Sweden · Sep 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Would definitely buy again.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Olivia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! — Diego
Priya R.
India · Sep 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Priya. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. — 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?