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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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Giulia G.

United Kingdom · Jun 2026

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Giulia. That's not the experience we want for Japan & South Korea. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. — Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support

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Yuki S.

France · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

We're really sorry, Yuki. That's not the experience we want for Japan & South Korea. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Emma D.

Egypt · Feb 2026

✓ Verified

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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Wei L.

Egypt · Jan 2026

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

We're really sorry, Wei. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – Tom 💜

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Sophia K.

South Korea · Dec 2025

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Sophia. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. — Diego

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Mohammed C.

South Korea · Oct 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Mohammed. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – Priya 💜

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Lea V.

Spain · Aug 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Lea. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. — Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Andre S.

Canada · May 2025

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Andre. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. — Grace

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Marco N.

Mexico · Feb 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Marco. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. – Priya 💜

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Lea V.

Netherlands · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Lea. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – Ingrid 💜

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Omar W.

India · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Omar. 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 💜

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?