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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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Mateo R.

Netherlands · Aug 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Mateo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Omar 💜

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Sofia T.

Vietnam · Aug 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Sofia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Max B.

South Korea · Aug 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Max! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Laura 💜

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Linh R.

Mexico · Aug 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego F.

Japan · Aug 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma

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Ingrid H.

South Korea · Aug 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ingrid! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid

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Mei V.

United States · Aug 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Mei! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe R.

Switzerland · Jul 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Zoe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji F.

Netherlands · Jul 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Kenji! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar 💜

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Liam B.

Poland · Jul 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Liam! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — David

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Grace H.

Singapore · Jul 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Grace! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara 💜

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Ethan L.

Egypt · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ethan! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri H.

Italy · Jun 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sri! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! — Diego

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Katya S.

Saudi Arabia · Jun 2025

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Did the job without any drama in Japan. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Katya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea G.

Canada · May 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lea! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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