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Japan 3GB 15Days (nonhkip) · 3 GB · 15 days

View plan & buy — $4.29
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 64%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 9%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G

Traveller reviews

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Daniel D.

Australia · Dec 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Cheers, Daniel! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen P.

France · Dec 2025

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Nguyen. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Max W.

Mexico · Dec 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Cheers, Max! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜

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Nadia N.

United Kingdom · Dec 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Nadia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe C.

Vietnam · Dec 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Chloe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara

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Anna P.

Saudi Arabia · Dec 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Japan. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Anna! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — David

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Aisha S.

South Korea · Dec 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Japan. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Cheers, Aisha! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei T.

UAE · Dec 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun D.

Egypt · Dec 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So glad to hear this, Min-jun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz P.

New Zealand · Dec 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom

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Diego W.

Mexico · Dec 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in Japan. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Priya

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Aisha C.

Philippines · Dec 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Aisha. That's not the experience we want for Japan. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Diego 💜

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Nadia S.

Malaysia · Dec 2025

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Really appreciate this, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Diego

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Lea H.

Malaysia · Dec 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Lea. Glad it mostly worked for you in Japan — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — David

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Isabella B.

Philippines · Dec 2025

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So glad to hear this, Isabella! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Anna

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 3GB 15Days (nonhkip) plan costs $4.29 for 3 GB over 15 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 D. · 1 week ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

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

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Elena C. · 2 weeks ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Elena — it switches on when you land. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Max C. · 3 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Max! We're always here if you need anything. — Ingrid

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Beatriz R. · 3 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Beatriz — check My eSIMs anytime. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel L. · 5 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

David David GotoeSIM Support

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

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Liam K. · 6 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Somchai W. · 6 months ago

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Somchai! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Ken

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Sri C. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sri, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki B. · 11 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Yuki, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Omar 💜

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Sven H. · 1 year ago

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sven, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji W. · 1 year ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Yes Kenji, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia B. · 1 year ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Lucia, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Yuki 💜