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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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Daniel T.

Thailand · Apr 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Daniel! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma

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Louis K.

South Korea · Apr 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Louis! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen R.

Portugal · Apr 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis B.

Indonesia · Apr 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Really appreciate this, Louis! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei L.

Mexico · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Ingrid 💜

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Emma C.

Italy · Apr 2026

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Emma! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Sara

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Ji-woo H.

Turkey · Apr 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ji-woo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken

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Thomas R.

Philippines · Apr 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Thomas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo S.

Portugal · Mar 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Pablo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura 💜

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Haruto R.

India · Mar 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya D.

Turkey · Mar 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ananya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid G.

United Kingdom · Mar 2026

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego

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Ingrid W.

New Zealand · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Max B.

Malaysia · Mar 2026

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sophie 💜

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Hugo W.

Portugal · 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. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Hugo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar 💜

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. · 4 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. · 6 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