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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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Carlos S.

Thailand · May 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Carlos. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Priya

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Ethan M.

Netherlands · May 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ethan! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜

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Max F.

United States · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Max! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Emma 💜

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Nadia H.

Sweden · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Nadia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid R.

Malaysia · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Great experience overall.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. – Tom 💜

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Andre H.

Spain · May 2026

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Andre! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — James

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Hugo R.

Brazil · May 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Hugo. 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. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven K.

India · May 2026

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Sven! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid 💜

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Ravi C.

Egypt · May 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace

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Thomas G.

Poland · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Thomas! 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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Fatima T.

Switzerland · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Fatima! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Yuki

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Wei B.

Indonesia · May 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Wei. 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. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna T.

Germany · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Anna! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo K.

Malaysia · May 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi D.

Canada · May 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Budi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Ken

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