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Japan 1GB 7Days (IIJ) · 1 GB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $1.05
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 66%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan NTT docomo 4G

Traveller reviews

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Anna H.

Philippines · Nov 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Anna! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜

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Priya T.

Indonesia · Nov 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Priya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki 💜

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Omar L.

Italy · Nov 2024

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Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Omar! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco D.

Germany · Nov 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Marco! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid N.

Singapore · Nov 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in Japan. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ingrid! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid

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Sri W.

Egypt · Nov 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Sri! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Mark 💜

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Diego D.

Egypt · Nov 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Japan. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena B.

Ireland · Nov 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Elena! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha W.

Mexico · Nov 2024

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Aisha! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena D.

Philippines · Nov 2024

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Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Elena! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe P.

India · Oct 2024

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Zoe! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe C.

Vietnam · Oct 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Zoe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya 💜

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Noah M.

United States · Oct 2024

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Noah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia N.

Saudi Arabia · Oct 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Olivia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. – Laura 💜

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Ravi R.

Portugal · Oct 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Ravi! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 1GB 7Days (IIJ) plan costs $1.05 for 1 GB over 7 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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Carlos M. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Carlos, on 4G/5G where available. – Grace 💜

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Zoe B. · 2 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Yes Zoe, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Max G. · 3 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Max! The eSIM just handles data. – Yuki 💜

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Liam G. · 3 months ago

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Liam! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan V. · 5 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Ethan! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Mark 💜

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Viktor T. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Viktor! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo W. · 7 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Pablo — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace T. · 7 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

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

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Aisha G. · 8 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

David David GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Aisha! We're always here if you need anything. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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James H. · 10 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, James — check My eSIMs anytime. – Omar 💜

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Chloe L. · 1 year ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Yes Chloe, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei L. · 1 year ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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