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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 U+ 5G

Traveller reviews

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Diego D.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 5 days ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Diego. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Priya

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Liam K.

Italy · Jul 2026

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Thank you for taking the time, Liam. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan T.

Spain · Jul 2026

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ethan. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia K.

Philippines · Jun 2026

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Sofia. 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. – Grace 💜

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Aisha B.

Thailand · May 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Aisha. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Omar

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Sri F.

UAE · Apr 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Sri. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland & Japan & South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Ken

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Aisha N.

Egypt · Apr 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Aisha. 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. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace K.

Switzerland · Mar 2026

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Grace. 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. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace M.

Mexico · Mar 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Grace. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Anna 💜

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Chloe B.

United Kingdom · Mar 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Chloe. 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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Nadia N.

New Zealand · Feb 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Nadia. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe C.

Philippines · Feb 2026

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Zoe. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Tom 💜

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Ingrid C.

Vietnam · Feb 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Ingrid. 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. – Emma 💜

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Nguyen P.

France · Feb 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Nguyen. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Sophie

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Olivia T.

UAE · Dec 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Olivia. 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. – James, 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