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Japan 20GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 20 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $16.50
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 24%
3 ★ 9%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G

Traveller reviews

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Carlos B.

Switzerland · Sep 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Carlos! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Omar

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Isabella F.

Poland · Sep 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna 💜

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Emma N.

Poland · Sep 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Emma! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam M.

Singapore · Sep 2025

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Liam! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia K.

Vietnam · Sep 2025

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Did the job without any drama in Japan. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Giulia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri B.

Mexico · Aug 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sri! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark 💜

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Lucas L.

Australia · Aug 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Lucas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam R.

UAE · Aug 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in Japan. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Made staying connected effortless.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Cheers, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. – David 💜

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Min-jun F.

Poland · Aug 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Min-jun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David 💜

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Thomas K.

Thailand · Aug 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Thomas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Priya

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Louis T.

Vietnam · Aug 2025

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Cheers, Louis! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos H.

France · Aug 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Carlos! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna

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Isabella N.

Vietnam · Aug 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

So glad to hear this, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Ken 💜

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Anna K.

UAE · Aug 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in Japan. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Cheers, Anna! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki

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Beatriz B.

Thailand · Aug 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Ken

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 20GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $16.50 for 20 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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Ava N. · 6 days ago

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ava, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Yuki 💜

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Olivia L. · 1 week ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Olivia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Sophie 💜

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Nadia C. · 2 weeks ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Nadia — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Ingrid 💜

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Katya T. · 1 month ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Katya — not at purchase. — Grace

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Mohammed H. · 3 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Mohammed! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — James

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Lucas N. · 7 months ago

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Lucas — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo F. · 7 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Pablo. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi M. · 9 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Budi — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Diego 💜

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Max C. · 10 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

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

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Aisha G. · 10 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Aisha — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed P. · 1 year ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Mohammed! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Sara 💜

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Ji-woo G. · 1 year ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ji-woo, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support