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China mainland & Japan & South Korea 3GB 30Days · 3 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $8.85
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 62%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Hugo R.

India · Oct 2024

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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. Zero regrets.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Max W.

Ireland · Oct 2024

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Max. 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. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma S.

Turkey · Oct 2024

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Emma. 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. — Omar

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Ava C.

United States · Oct 2024

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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. Five stars from me.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ava! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Tom 💜

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Pablo H.

France · Sep 2024

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Giulia S.

Brazil · Sep 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai H.

South Korea · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Somchai! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. – Laura 💜

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Andre C.

South Korea · Sep 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Camila P.

Malaysia · Sep 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Camila! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana H.

Portugal · Sep 2024

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Hana. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Grace 💜

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Wei F.

Canada · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Sophie 💜

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Linh M.

United States · Sep 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Linh! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei B.

Vietnam · Sep 2024

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Mei. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji L.

India · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Kenji! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna

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Diego D.

Singapore · Sep 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Diego! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

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

The China mainland & Japan & South Korea 3GB 30Days plan costs $8.85 for 3 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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Olivia F. · 2 days ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Hi Olivia! Yes, you can use our eSIM for hotspot and tethering in China, Japan, and South Korea. Just connect your device, and you'll be good to go! If you have more questions, feel free to ask. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai R. · 1 week ago

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Somchai, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Ingrid

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Noah W. · 2 weeks ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Noah — not at purchase. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan W. · 3 weeks ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Ethan! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha W. · 1 month ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Kenji S. · 2 months ago

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Kenji! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia R. · 2 months ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Priya L. · 6 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Priya — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo P. · 9 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Pablo! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Laura 💜

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Viktor F. · 9 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

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

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Pablo D. · 10 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Pablo — check My eSIMs anytime. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia V. · 11 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Giulia! We're always here if you need anything. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo D. · 1 year ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Hugo — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support