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Why travellers choose this

Everything you need on the road

Land with data on your phone: scan, connect and choose what fits your trip in advance.

  • No expensive roaming

    Pay upfront and avoid unexpected roaming charges.

  • Countrywide coverage

    Connect in cities, tourist areas and along many routes in Japan. Coverage varies by location.

  • Flexible on your device

    Keep your own SIM for calls and use the eSIM for data.

  • Activation per plan

    Before installation, check when validity starts for your selected plan.

Will this eSIM work for your trip?

Four things determine the answer. We already know three for you, only your phone still needs a check.

Your trip check for Japan

3 of 4 confirmed

  • Coverage where you're going

    Cities, coastal areas and many key routes. On islands, reach depends on your plan's network partner.

  • Ready before you leave

    Install your eSIM at home, so you can connect right after you land.

  • No surprises about your connection

    You see upfront which local networks and 4G or 5G support come with each plan.

Your phone

eSIM-ready and unlocked? Look up your model in 10 seconds.

Which eSIM for Japan?

Set your trip length and daily usage. You instantly see which plan fits Japan, including a 20% buffer.

Trip length7 days7
Instagram, WhatsApp, Google Maps

2 hours per day · ≈ 0.7 GB per day

YouTube, Netflix, TikTok

1 hours per day · ≈ 0.7 GB per day

Video calls, laptop via hotspot

Not set

Estimated for 7 days

11.4 GB

9.5 GB usage + 1.9 GB buffer (20%)

Our advice

20 GB

€19.99

Valid for 30 days · one-time

The smallest plan that covers your 11.4 GB and stays valid for your whole trip.

Buy this planView all plans for Japan

Estimate based on average usage per activity. We check the plan again at checkout.

Recommended plan: 20 GB for €19.99, valid for 30 days.

What can you do with your eSIM in Japan?

A travel eSIM handles your internet. See upfront what simply keeps working and what runs differently than on your normal SIM card.

This simply works

  • Use mobile data

    Your Japan eSIM handles all internet on your phone.

  • Use WhatsApp

    Your existing WhatsApp account and number keep working.

  • Call via WhatsApp or FaceTime

    These calls run over mobile data, so your Japan eSIM is enough.

  • Keep your own phone number

    Your regular SIM card stays active alongside the eSIM.

This works differently

  • Standard calls and SMS: Via your own SIM

    Most travel eSIMs are data-only.

  • Use as personal hotspot: Depends on bundle

    Hotspot support varies per bundle and provider. Check the details of the bundle you choose.

  • Fast 4G/5G in urban areas.
  • Works with travel apps and Google Maps.

Installing and activating your Japan eSIM

You do not need to swap a physical SIM card. After your order, you receive clear instructions to install your eSIM.

Before departure

At home, at ease

  1. 1

    Choose your data bundle

    Select how many GB and how many days you need for your trip to Japan.

  2. 2

    Receive your eSIM by email

    After payment, your QR code and installation instructions go straight to your inbox.

  3. 3

    Follow the activation instructions

    Before installation, check when validity starts and then follow the steps in your email.

On arrival

Landed? Two taps.

  1. 1

    Enable the eSIM line

    Turn on data roaming for the eSIM line. Your regular SIM is managed separately.

  2. 2

    The network connects automatically

    Your device automatically picks a supported network in Japan.

  3. 3

    You are online

    Navigation, WhatsApp and apps work right away, without swapping SIM cards.

Choose my Japan eSIM

Get ready for Japan

Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms as a recognizable travel image for Japan.

Japan eSIM: complete guide to data during your trip

5 min read

Everything about an eSIM for Japan: data plans, coverage, installation, train travel, WhatsApp, and mobile internet in cities and rural areas.

Read the guide
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Install an eSIM before or during your trip?

5 min read

The difference between installing and activating, plus a clear timeline so your eSIM works at exactly the right moment and you never waste days of your plan.

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Illustration of a smartphone with an eSIM, mobile signal and a travel route.

Can you keep using WhatsApp with an eSIM?

5 min read

Yes, your WhatsApp number and all your chats keep working with a travel eSIM. We explain why, how to set it up and the two mistakes you really need to avoid.

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A smartphone showing an eSIM profile next to a physical SIM card, comparing two ways to get online abroad.

eSIM or local SIM card: which is better?

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Compare travel eSIMs and local SIM cards on cost, convenience and coverage, with a decision guide for choosing before departure.

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Frequently asked questions about eSIM in Japan

Everything about compatibility, installation, using your eSIM and adding more data abroad.

Most recent eSIM iPhones and Android devices do. Check compatibility before ordering.

10–20 GB is typical. Translation and navigation use more than messaging alone.

On most bundles yes, handy on long train journeys.

Usually on first connection to a local network in Japan.

Yes via your regular SIM; data runs on the Japan eSIM.

The best eSIM for Japan depends on your trip length and data usage. The configurator shows which bundle fits your trip.

Outside the EU, providers often charge high rates per MB or expensive day passes. With a prepaid eSIM for Japan you know exactly what you pay upfront and avoid unexpected roaming charges.

The price depends on the amount of data and the validity of the bundle. You can see current prices for all Japan bundles on this page, including the cheapest option.

Yes, if your plan supports top-ups and is still valid. Open My eSIM from the link in your order email to see your usage and current options. After payment, the extra data is usually on the same eSIM within minutes. You do not need to reinstall anything and your remaining data stays. After the end date, order a new plan.

You pay securely with iDEAL, Apple Pay, Google Pay or credit card. After payment you receive your Japan eSIM by email right away, ready to install.

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Japan eSIM

Navigate Japan with reliable prepaid data: Tokyo, Kyoto, Shinkansen and beyond. Your eSIM lands in your inbox within minutes.

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How much data do you need?

  1. 1Buy in 1 minute

    Pick your bundle and get the QR code straight in your inbox.

  2. 2Install before you leave

    Scan the QR code at your own pace, before your trip.

  3. 3Arrive and connect

    Turn on your eSIM once you arrive in Japan. You're online right away.

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50 GB

Valid for 30 days

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