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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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Hana G.

Australia · Mar 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Hana! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed C.

Saudi Arabia · Mar 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. – Ingrid 💜

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Sophia D.

Netherlands · Mar 2025

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Sophia. 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. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh L.

Canada · Mar 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Beatriz D.

New Zealand · Mar 2025

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Min-jun B.

France · Mar 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Min-jun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. — Omar

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Grace W.

France · Mar 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Grace! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Tom

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Sarah B.

Poland · Mar 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Sarah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Priya

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Thomas L.

United States · Mar 2025

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Thomas. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland & Japan & South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Laura

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Andre M.

Portugal · Mar 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Andre! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ken

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Viktor N.

Canada · Mar 2025

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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.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Viktor! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Max G.

Turkey · Mar 2025

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Max! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya P.

Sweden · Mar 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma

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Mohammed F.

Germany · Mar 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! So happy the China mainland & Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia L.

New Zealand · Mar 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Olivia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar

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. · 3 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