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Japan & South Korea 3GB 30Days · 3 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $6.08
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 10%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Japan KDDI/au 5G
  • South Korea LG Uplus 5G SKTelecom 5G

Traveller reviews

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Ravi W.

Australia · Jul 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan & South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara 💜

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Louis L.

India · Jun 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Louis. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Japan & South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila F.

Switzerland · Jun 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Priya 💜

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Sarah P.

Ireland · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Sarah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜

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Max L.

Singapore · Jun 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Japan & South Korea. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Max! So happy the Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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James M.

Thailand · Jun 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, James! So happy the Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas W.

Indonesia · Jun 2025

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Thomas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei F.

Poland · Jun 2025

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Mei! So happy the Japan & South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella N.

Indonesia · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Japan & South Korea. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe W.

Mexico · Jun 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Zoe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Japan & South Korea. Come back anytime! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia F.

Portugal · Jun 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Giulia. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea G.

South Korea · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Daniel N.

South Korea · Jun 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Daniel! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Japan & South Korea. – Grace 💜

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Daniel C.

Italy · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Daniel! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea G.

Malaysia · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Lea! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Japan & South Korea eSIM cost?

The Japan & South Korea 3GB 30Days plan costs $6.08 for 3 GB over 30 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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Diego B. · 4 months ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Grace K. · 7 months ago

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ava H. · 8 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Ava. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen P. · 8 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Nguyen, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen D. · 9 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Nguyen, on 4G/5G where available. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna L. · 9 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Anna — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Laura

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Noah V. · 10 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Noah! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Priya

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Aisha H. · 10 months ago

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Yes Aisha, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Emma

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Giulia B. · 10 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Giulia! The eSIM just handles data. — Sara

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Somchai H. · 11 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

James James GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Somchai, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea R. · 1 year ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Lea — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos G. · 1 year ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Carlos! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support