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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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Diego D.

Germany · Aug 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Ken

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Fatima V.

United States · Aug 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Fatima! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Tom 💜

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Sofia G.

South Korea · Aug 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Sofia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji D.

Italy · Aug 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Kenji! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Andre M.

Thailand · Aug 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Andre! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna 💜

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Wei N.

Malaysia · Aug 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna

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Ava S.

Thailand · Aug 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ava! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. — Diego

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Ravi P.

Ireland · Aug 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun K.

Spain · Aug 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Arjun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ken

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Sofia G.

France · Aug 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Liam S.

Australia · Aug 2024

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Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe K.

France · Aug 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Chloe! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena B.

Saudi Arabia · Aug 2024

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Elena! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom

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Lucas F.

Sweden · Aug 2024

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Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana F.

Netherlands · Aug 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Hana! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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