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China mainland & Japan & South Korea 1GB 7Days · 1 GB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $3.45
4.6

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Diego P.

Italy · Oct 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Diego. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland & Japan & South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Priya

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Hana V.

Thailand · Oct 2025

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Hana. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland & Japan & South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel C.

Ireland · Oct 2025

✓ Verified

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Daniel. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Omar

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Nguyen L.

Switzerland · Sep 2025

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Nguyen. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan P.

Saudi Arabia · Aug 2025

✓ Verified

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Ryan. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Omar

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Thomas G.

Germany · Aug 2025

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Thomas. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland & Japan & South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Ken 💜

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Liam T.

Philippines · Jun 2025

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Liam. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Grace 💜

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Hugo T.

Mexico · Jun 2025

✓ Verified

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Hugo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila W.

Vietnam · Jun 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Camila. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Priya

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Fatima H.

Switzerland · May 2025

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Fatima. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana W.

Canada · Apr 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Hana. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar 💜

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Lucas K.

France · Apr 2025

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Lucas. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei W.

Mexico · Apr 2025

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Mei. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland & Japan & South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya L.

Sweden · Feb 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Katya. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Grace

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Carlos F.

Switzerland · Feb 2025

✓ Verified

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Carlos. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Diego 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM cost?

The China mainland & Japan & South Korea 1GB 7Days plan costs $3.45 for 1 GB over 7 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM?

Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in China mainland & 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 China mainland & Japan & South Korea.

Comments & questions

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Thomas C. · 1 week ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Yes Thomas, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan M. · 1 month ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Ryan! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Emma

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Sri W. · 2 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Sri, so buying early is totally fine. — Anna

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Lucas R. · 3 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Lucas, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Anna 💜

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Emma D. · 4 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

James James GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Emma, on 4G/5G where available. – James 💜

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Max V. · 5 months ago

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Max, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Laura

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Katya L. · 6 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Yes Katya, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei N. · 7 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Mei! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Emma 💜

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Mohammed H. · 9 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Yes Mohammed, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia T. · 10 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Giulia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Max F. · 1 year ago

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

David David GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Max! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi B. · 1 year ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Budi! The eSIM just handles data. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support