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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 N.

France · Jul 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

We're really sorry, Hugo. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace R.

Australia · May 2026

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Grace. That's not the experience we want for China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Omar 💜

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Hana S.

United States · Oct 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Hana. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Omar

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Andre P.

Spain · Jul 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Andre. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Diego 💜

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Mei R.

Poland · Jun 2025

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Mei. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Grace, 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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Mateo D.

New Zealand · Jan 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

Apologies for the trouble, Mateo. That's not the experience we want for China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Sophie

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Linh S.

India · Jan 2025

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Linh. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Tom

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Min-jun P.

Spain · Dec 2024

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Min-jun. That's not the experience we want for China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Anna

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Yuki V.

Mexico · Nov 2024

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Yuki. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe D.

Italy · Oct 2024

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Zoe. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia W.

Brazil · Sep 2024

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Olivia. That's not the experience we want for China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Omar 💜

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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

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