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China mainland & Japan & South Korea 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $13.20
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Louis L.

Turkey · Jan 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Louis! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Ken 💜

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Max F.

Singapore · Jan 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Max! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Yuki

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Ravi D.

Turkey · Jan 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

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

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Mateo S.

Egypt · Jan 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

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

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Wei C.

South Korea · Jan 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei C.

South Korea · Jan 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya 💜

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Ryan B.

Singapore · Jan 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Ryan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David 💜

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James B.

Switzerland · Jan 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, James! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark

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Diego F.

Sweden · Jan 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Diego! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. – Laura 💜

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Andre V.

Sweden · Jan 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Andre! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid

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Ji-woo D.

Ireland · Jan 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ji-woo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia W.

Canada · Jan 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

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

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Camila B.

Philippines · Jan 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Camila! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella K.

New Zealand · Jan 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Isabella! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom

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Sarah K.

Japan · Jan 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sarah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

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

The China mainland & Japan & South Korea 5GB 30Days plan costs $13.20 for 5 GB over 30 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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Sofia N. · 1 week ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Sofia! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel C. · 2 weeks ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Daniel, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi G. · 2 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Ravi! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo P. · 3 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Ji-woo. — Anna

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Noah T. · 3 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Yes Noah, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima W. · 4 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

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

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Diego D. · 4 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Diego — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia P. · 6 months ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Lucia — it switches on when you land. – Diego 💜

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Giulia S. · 7 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Giulia — not at purchase. — Priya

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Liam C. · 8 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Liam — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Anna 💜

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Andre M. · 9 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Yes Andre, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Sara

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Anna T. · 11 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Anna! We're always here if you need anything. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support