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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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Sri P.

Thailand · Jan 2026

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Sri! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Sofia B.

Portugal · Jan 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Sofia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Omar

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Ryan B.

South Korea · Jan 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Great experience overall.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Ryan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Aisha N.

Switzerland · Jan 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Aisha! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar 💜

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Lea C.

Portugal · Jan 2026

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Lea! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Arjun L.

Japan · Jan 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So glad to hear this, Arjun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna 💜

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Anna D.

Ireland · Jan 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Japan & South Korea.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Anna! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Grace 💜

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Ananya M.

UAE · Jan 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Ananya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. — Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Katya C.

India · Jan 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Katya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki 💜

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Sarah R.

Turkey · Dec 2025

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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.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Sarah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. Come back anytime! — James, eSIM TopUp Support

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Liam C.

Vietnam · Dec 2025

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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.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So glad to hear this, Liam! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜

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Somchai P.

Portugal · Dec 2025

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

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

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Fatima T.

Italy · Dec 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan & South Korea. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Fatima! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Priya

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Marco W.

Switzerland · Dec 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Cheers, Marco! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Elena M.

Ireland · Dec 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Really appreciate this, Elena! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Ingrid, 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?