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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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Marco S.

United States · Jul 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 days ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Marco. 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. – Priya 💜

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Pablo T.

United States · Jul 2026

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Pablo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Tom 💜

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Lea V.

United States · Jul 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Lea. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis F.

Germany · Jul 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Louis. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Diego 💜

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Mohammed W.

Australia · May 2026

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for taking the time, Mohammed. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto B.

India · May 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Haruto. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi N.

Canada · May 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Ravi. 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. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah C.

New Zealand · Apr 2026

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Sarah. 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. – Tom 💜

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Grace L.

Saudi Arabia · Mar 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Grace. 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, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun W.

Saudi Arabia · Mar 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Arjun. 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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Ji-woo D.

Singapore · Mar 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Ji-woo. 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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Liam P.

Brazil · Mar 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Liam. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Priya

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Andre D.

United States · Feb 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Andre. 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. – Sara 💜

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Sri N.

Portugal · Feb 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Sri. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo L.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Hugo. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Omar, 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