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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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Kenji N.

Indonesia · Mar 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Kenji! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna

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Haruto P.

Brazil · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah K.

Singapore · Mar 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sarah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo K.

Japan · Mar 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid T.

Sweden · Mar 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Japan.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia G.

Egypt · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Nadia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace

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Min-jun R.

Ireland · Mar 2026

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Min-jun. 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. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego B.

Indonesia · Mar 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Japan. Great experience overall.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia K.

Indonesia · Mar 2026

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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. Made staying connected effortless.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Olivia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Yuki 💜

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Ananya R.

Saudi Arabia · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz N.

Germany · Mar 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

We're really sorry, Beatriz. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo S.

Thailand · Mar 2026

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Ji-woo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki 💜

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Mateo C.

Netherlands · Mar 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Mateo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis W.

Germany · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Louis! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace M.

Malaysia · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Grace! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — 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