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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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Min-jun H.

Singapore · Apr 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Min-jun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Sophie

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Priya S.

Poland · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Zero regrets.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Priya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan & South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! – Diego 💜

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Lucia N.

Japan · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan & South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Lucia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. – David, eSIM TopUp Support

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James C.

Saudi Arabia · Mar 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan & South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, James! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Emma

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Ji-woo F.

Italy · Mar 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan & South Korea. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Elena M.

Sweden · Mar 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Elena! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James, eSIM TopUp Support

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Haruto F.

New Zealand · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Haruto! So happy the Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Linh C.

Australia · Feb 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So glad to hear this, Linh! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Sophie

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Isabella M.

New Zealand · Feb 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan & South Korea. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So glad to hear this, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura 💜

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Lucas N.

United Kingdom · Feb 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lucas! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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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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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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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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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

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?