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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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Nadia R.

New Zealand · Sep 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun G.

Netherlands · Sep 2024

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Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Arjun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah N.

Portugal · Sep 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Noah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Laura

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James P.

Thailand · Sep 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, James! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Emma 💜

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Arjun N.

Australia · Sep 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava M.

Australia · Sep 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. — David

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Elena M.

Indonesia · Sep 2024

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Elena. 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. — Mark

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Lucia L.

Ireland · Sep 2024

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Lucia. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam H.

India · Sep 2024

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Liam. 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. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun B.

Indonesia · Sep 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Min-jun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Tom

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Carlos M.

Portugal · Aug 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Carlos! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. – Ingrid 💜

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Ravi T.

Brazil · Aug 2024

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Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ravi! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Mark

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Hugo G.

Australia · Aug 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Hugo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. – Priya 💜

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Lea F.

Malaysia · Aug 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Lea! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas M.

Singapore · Aug 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Lucas! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki 💜

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