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Japan & South Korea eSIM — reviews & details

Japan & South Korea 1GB/Day · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $2.03
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 64%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 2%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G
  • South Korea SKTelecom 5G LG Uplus 5G

Traveller reviews

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Mateo T.

Malaysia · Feb 2026

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Mateo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan & South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara 💜

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Ananya C.

Thailand · Feb 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ananya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Nadia F.

Vietnam · Feb 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Japan & South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Nadia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support

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Mateo G.

Malaysia · Feb 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

We're really sorry, Mateo. That's not the experience we want for Japan & South Korea. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. — Omar

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Ji-woo N.

Poland · Feb 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan & South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Ji-woo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Olivia W.

Italy · Feb 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Olivia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Yuki 💜

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Emma H.

Saudi Arabia · Feb 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Emma! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Camila C.

Canada · Feb 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan & South Korea. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Camila! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan & South Korea. Come back anytime! — Anna

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Lucas H.

Indonesia · Feb 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Lucas! So happy the Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. – Priya 💜

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Haruto P.

Mexico · Feb 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Haruto! So happy the Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Mateo K.

Mexico · Feb 2026

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mateo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Linh T.

South Korea · Feb 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Linh! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support

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Emma D.

Egypt · Feb 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

We're really sorry, Emma. That's not the experience we want for Japan & South Korea. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. — David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Diego G.

Canada · Jan 2026

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Japan & South Korea. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ananya D.

Thailand · Jan 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Made staying connected effortless.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ananya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan & South Korea. Come back anytime! — Omar

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan & South Korea eSIM cost?

The Japan & South Korea 1GB/Day plan costs $2.03 for 1 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Japan & South Korea 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 & South Korea.

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 & South Korea.

Comments & questions

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Marco K. · 1 week ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

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Beatriz S. · 1 month ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Budi D. · 3 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Lucas P. · 4 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Grace B. · 6 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Liam L. · 6 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Beatriz V. · 8 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Haruto G. · 9 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Ryan N. · 9 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Ava B. · 10 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

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Camila P. · 11 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

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Sofia B. · 11 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?