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Japan & South Korea 1GB 7Days · 1 GB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $2.03
4.4

620 reviews

5 ★ 60%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 9%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G
  • South Korea LG U+ 5G SKTelecom 5G

Traveller reviews

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Priya G.

Vietnam · Dec 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Really appreciate this, Priya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan & South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. — Yuki

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Grace S.

France · Dec 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Grace! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. Come back anytime! – Grace 💜

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Budi W.

UAE · Dec 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Japan & South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So glad to hear this, Budi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri G.

Malaysia · Dec 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sri! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas T.

India · Dec 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Thomas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia S.

Philippines · Dec 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. — James

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Linh C.

Germany · Nov 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Linh! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma

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Fatima N.

New Zealand · Nov 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Cheers, Fatima! So happy the Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan L.

Indonesia · Nov 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ethan! So happy the Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya W.

Australia · Nov 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Japan & South Korea. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Priya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Priya

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Budi N.

Germany · Nov 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Budi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava N.

Turkey · Nov 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ava! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya K.

Brazil · Nov 2025

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Priya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena M.

France · Nov 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Elena! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas F.

Mexico · Nov 2025

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Thomas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan & South Korea eSIM cost?

The Japan & South Korea 1GB 7Days plan costs $2.03 for 1 GB over 7 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Japan & South Korea 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 & South Korea.

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 & South Korea.

Comments & questions

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Carlos P. · 2 months ago

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Hana V. · 4 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Hana, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha N. · 5 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Aisha! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Mark

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Louis G. · 5 months ago

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

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

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Wei L. · 5 months ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Wei — it switches on when you land. — Priya

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Priya R. · 8 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Priya, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia P. · 9 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Lucia, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Omar 💜

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Lucas D. · 9 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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

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Katya C. · 10 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Katya — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Tom 💜

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Somchai B. · 11 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Somchai! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki P. · 11 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Priya S. · 1 year ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

James James GotoeSIM Support

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