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Japan 5GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 5 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $5.94
4.4

620 reviews

5 ★ 59%
4 ★ 29%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G

Traveller reviews

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Carlos G.

Saudi Arabia · Jun 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Carlos! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe G.

Indonesia · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

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

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Ingrid D.

Canada · Jun 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos V.

Brazil · Jun 2026

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Carlos! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo N.

Ireland · Jun 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mateo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜

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Aisha V.

New Zealand · Jun 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

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

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Sarah N.

United States · Jun 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Sarah. 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. — Anna

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Camila D.

Poland · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna P.

Thailand · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama in Japan. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Anna! So happy the Japan eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie 💜

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Haruto G.

Brazil · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Haruto! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco M.

France · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in Japan. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Marco! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia P.

UAE · Jun 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Sophia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia L.

India · Jun 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Japan. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Anna

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Pablo R.

New Zealand · May 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Pablo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. Come back anytime! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen K.

Philippines · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan eSIM cost?

The Japan 5GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $5.94 for 5 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 P. · 3 weeks ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Ava! The eSIM just handles data. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah B. · 2 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Sarah! We're always here if you need anything. – Mark 💜

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Viktor P. · 3 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ingrid D. · 3 months ago

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Ingrid, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Grace 💜

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Olivia B. · 4 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Olivia, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Omar 💜

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Kenji S. · 6 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ingrid R. · 7 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Ingrid — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh P. · 9 months ago

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

David David GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Linh! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — David

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Katya C. · 10 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Katya — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Grace

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Wei H. · 11 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

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

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Aisha K. · 11 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Yuki R. · 1 year ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Yuki! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Diego 💜