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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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Beatriz C.

Canada · May 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena F.

Switzerland · May 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Elena! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark 💜

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James V.

Mexico · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, James! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Sophie

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Pablo T.

South Korea · May 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Pablo! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma

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Liam V.

Spain · May 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Liam! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid 💜

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Lea R.

Sweden · May 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Lea! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia F.

Italy · May 2026

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun H.

Singapore · May 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Min-jun. 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. – Ingrid 💜

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Somchai P.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura 💜

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Mei P.

Turkey · Apr 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Mei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen M.

Saudi Arabia · Apr 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Really appreciate this, Nguyen! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo H.

Poland · Apr 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Pablo! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella M.

United Kingdom · Apr 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Really appreciate this, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Diego 💜

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Ethan T.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ethan! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma D.

Canada · Apr 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Emma! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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 💜