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China mainland & Japan & South Korea 20GB 30Days · 20 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $37.50
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Ravi M.

UAE · Feb 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Ravi! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego

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Louis D.

Malaysia · Feb 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

We're really sorry, Louis. 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. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam C.

Germany · Feb 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Liam! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark

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Grace G.

UAE · Feb 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Grace! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Omar 💜

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Wei S.

Ireland · Feb 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Wei! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. — Yuki

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Camila K.

France · Feb 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Camila! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah P.

Egypt · Feb 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sarah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark

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Sophia S.

Australia · Feb 2026

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Sophia. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila G.

Philippines · Feb 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Camila! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. — Ingrid

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Emma V.

Canada · Feb 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — James

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Wei H.

Switzerland · Jan 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Andre P.

United States · Jan 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Andre! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Ingrid

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Mateo C.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Would definitely buy again.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Priya 💜

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Min-jun R.

Switzerland · Jan 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Min-jun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi P.

Philippines · Jan 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna

Frequently asked questions

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

The China mainland & Japan & South Korea 20GB 30Days plan costs $37.50 for 20 GB over 30 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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Lucia T. · 2 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Lucia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo H. · 3 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Pablo! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha V. · 3 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

James James GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Aisha — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – James 💜

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Lea H. · 5 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Lea, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam G. · 5 months ago

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Haruto W. · 6 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Haruto. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar L. · 7 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Omar, so buying early is totally fine. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven M. · 8 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Sven! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — James

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Andre R. · 8 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Andre, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Priya

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Daniel M. · 10 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Daniel — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei L. · 10 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Yes Wei, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Anna

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Mohammed V. · 1 year ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Mohammed — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sophie 💜