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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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Hugo S.

South Korea · Apr 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Hugo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya 💜

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Priya R.

India · Apr 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Priya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi C.

Poland · Apr 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David

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Ingrid B.

UAE · Apr 2026

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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. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Anna 💜

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Ryan T.

Italy · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Ryan! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜

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Sri L.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Sri! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah M.

India · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Sarah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna C.

Portugal · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Anna! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna 💜

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Elena B.

Portugal · Apr 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Elena! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — James

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Aisha B.

Philippines · Apr 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Aisha! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Yuki 💜

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Mei F.

Malaysia · Apr 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Mei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara 💜

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Camila M.

South Korea · Apr 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Camila! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar M.

Italy · Apr 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Omar. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Anna 💜

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Emma B.

Turkey · Apr 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Emma! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena S.

Japan · Apr 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Elena! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Come back anytime! – Laura 💜

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