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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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Max B.

South Korea · May 2026

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Max! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. — James

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Grace K.

Saudi Arabia · May 2026

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Grace! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. – Tom 💜

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Viktor N.

Philippines · May 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

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

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Isabella K.

Egypt · May 2026

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Yuki 💜

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Aisha B.

Mexico · May 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in Japan. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Aisha! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Tom 💜

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Wei C.

Poland · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Camila W.

South Korea · May 2026

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Camila! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! – Laura 💜

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Sarah C.

Ireland · May 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks a lot, Sarah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Omar M.

Indonesia · May 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ravi C.

Sweden · May 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ravi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support

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Camila B.

Egypt · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks a lot, Camila! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ingrid 💜

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Liam T.

United States · May 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Liam! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Yuki K.

Turkey · May 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Yuki! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Priya 💜

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Hugo M.

South Korea · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Would definitely buy again.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks a lot, Hugo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. — Mark

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Haruto S.

Mexico · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Haruto! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom, 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. · 3 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. · 11 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?