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Japan 10GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 10 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $9.90
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 62%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G

Traveller reviews

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Sofia K.

New Zealand · Jul 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much, Sofia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen T.

New Zealand · Jul 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

So glad to hear this, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Sara 💜

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James V.

Poland · Jul 2026

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Thank you so much, James! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! — Yuki

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Camila P.

United Kingdom · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Really appreciate this, Camila! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun K.

Vietnam · Jul 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Really appreciate this, Arjun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – James 💜

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Hugo L.

Italy · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 4 weeks ago

Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — James

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Beatriz C.

Singapore · Jun 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 weeks ago

Thank you so much, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. — Priya

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Sophia R.

Malaysia · Jun 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. Zero regrets.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Sophia! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego N.

Germany · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo G.

UAE · Jun 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Japan. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Ji-woo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava M.

Sweden · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Ava! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco T.

Germany · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Marco! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya T.

Ireland · Jun 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Ananya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz M.

Sweden · Jun 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Beatriz! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven D.

Singapore · Jun 2026

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for taking the time, Sven. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – David 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 10GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $9.90 for 10 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Japan 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 Japan.

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 Japan.

Comments & questions

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Grace B. · 1 month ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Grace — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Ingrid 💜

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Ryan N. · 1 month ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Nadia N. · 3 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Nadia! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Laura

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Viktor W. · 3 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

James James GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Viktor! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – James 💜

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Sarah D. · 3 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

David David GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Sarah, so buying early is totally fine. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima G. · 3 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Fatima — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Yuki

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Katya S. · 5 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Katya! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Priya 💜

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Sarah K. · 6 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Sarah — check My eSIMs anytime. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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James N. · 6 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

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

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Min-jun S. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Yes Min-jun, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai H. · 11 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Somchai — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila S. · 11 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

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