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China mainland & Japan & South Korea 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $1.80
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Daniel S.

Philippines · May 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Daniel! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah L.

Netherlands · May 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Ethan S.

Mexico · May 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ethan. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Anna 💜

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Marco N.

UAE · Apr 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Marco! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena R.

Switzerland · Apr 2025

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Elena! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos R.

UAE · Apr 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Carlos! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya C.

United States · Apr 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Ananya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo S.

Japan · Apr 2025

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year 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. — Sophie

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Hana L.

Vietnam · Apr 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Hana! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Tom 💜

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Mohammed K.

Portugal · Apr 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mohammed! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Mark 💜

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Chloe F.

Malaysia · Apr 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Chloe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – David 💜

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Anna D.

United States · Apr 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Anna! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Come back anytime! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas L.

Poland · Apr 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Hugo V.

United Kingdom · Apr 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Hugo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara

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Giulia K.

Brazil · Apr 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Giulia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma

Frequently asked questions

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

The China mainland & Japan & South Korea 500MB/Day plan costs $1.80 for 500 MB/day over 1 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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Mei B. · 2 months ago

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Mei, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Mark 💜

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Emma W. · 2 months 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, Emma — not at purchase. — Tom

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Anna L. · 3 months ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Daniel K. · 3 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Yes Daniel, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri K. · 4 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

James James GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Sri. — James

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Hugo G. · 5 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Hugo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun S. · 6 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Min-jun — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe G. · 7 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Zoe — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen M. · 10 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Nguyen, on 4G/5G where available. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya K. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Katya! The eSIM just handles data. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco G. · 11 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Yes Marco, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha T. · 1 year ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

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