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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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Ingrid H.

Turkey · Apr 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Chloe K.

New Zealand · Apr 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Chloe! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana W.

Canada · Apr 2025

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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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Mateo V.

Philippines · Apr 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo W.

Spain · Apr 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Pablo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Diego 💜

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Sophia W.

Spain · Apr 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei L.

Thailand · Apr 2025

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Did the job without any drama in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Mei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya B.

Australia · Apr 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Katya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima P.

Germany · Apr 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Fatima! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji H.

Italy · Apr 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Would definitely buy again.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Kenji! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava B.

Vietnam · Apr 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco H.

Brazil · Apr 2025

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Marco! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe W.

Switzerland · Apr 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Chloe! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah N.

India · Apr 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Noah. That's not the experience we want for China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella R.

Egypt · Apr 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. Zero regrets.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – 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