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Japan & South Korea eSIM — reviews & details

Japan & South Korea 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $9.75
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Andre C.

Turkey · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Andre! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David

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Louis H.

Netherlands · Jun 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Louis! So happy the Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜

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Nadia S.

Thailand · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Nadia! So happy the Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma

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Arjun S.

Saudi Arabia · Jun 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Arjun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. – James 💜

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Camila C.

South Korea · Jun 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sophie 💜

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Priya B.

Egypt · Jun 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Priya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken 💜

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Noah B.

Sweden · Jun 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Noah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura

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Sarah S.

Indonesia · Jun 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Sarah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜

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Andre L.

New Zealand · Jun 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Andre! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. Come back anytime! – Ingrid 💜

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Mateo R.

Spain · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — James, eSIM TopUp Support

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Priya N.

Ireland · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Priya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Priya 💜

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Sri G.

United Kingdom · Jun 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Sri! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark 💜

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Ethan S.

United States · Jun 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ethan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego 💜

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Sarah B.

Italy · Jun 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Sarah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan & South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura 💜

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Sophia N.

Japan · Jun 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Sophia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan & South Korea eSIM cost?

The Japan & South Korea 5GB 30Days plan costs $9.75 for 5 GB over 30 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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Emma M. · 2 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Andre H. · 2 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Elena H. · 3 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Arjun N. · 4 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Lucia L. · 4 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Mohammed P. · 6 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Katya C. · 7 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Liam G. · 7 months ago

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

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Emma C. · 7 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Katya K. · 9 months ago

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

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Lea N. · 1 year ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Marco N. · 1 year ago

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