Japan eSIM
Mobile data in Japan. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.
- 01Internet on arrival
- 02No SIM swap — keep your number
- 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly
Choose your plan
- 3G/4G/5G network speeds
- Top-up anytime if needed
- Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
- 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
- Unlimited data (min. 1 Mbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G/5G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Japan eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | Rs. 190.36 | Rs. 190.36 |
| 2 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 238.19 | Rs. 119.10 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 333.85 | Rs. 111.28 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 333.85 | Rs. 111.28 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 477.34 | Rs. 95.47 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 764.32 | Rs. 76.43 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 1,338.27 | Rs. 66.91 |
| 50 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 2,581.84 | Rs. 51.64 |
| 50 GB | 180 Days | Rs. 4,208.04 | Rs. 84.16 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 190.36 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 286.02 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 381.68 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 716.49 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 812.15 / day | — |
Which Japan eSIM plan should I pick?
A typical day: 2 hours of maps, a few calls, a short video call, photos on WhatsApp and 30 minutes of Reels or TikTok — about 1 GB a day.
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Weekend or 3 days
about 3 GB 3 GB · 15 Days
Rs. 333.85 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 764.32 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 1,338.27 -
30 days
about 30 GB 50 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 2,581.84 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 190.36 / day
More scrolling, streaming or hotspot? Go one size up, or pick a daily plan.
How it works
- Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
- Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
- Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.
Coverage
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Japan
NTT docomo 5G, Rakuten Mobile 5G, KDDI/au 5G
+1 more
Need more coverage?
Top-ups
Running low? Power up instantly with flexible data top-ups.
Common Questions
How does an eSIM help with getting around and exploring Tokyo in Japan?
You roll your suitcase through Haneda Airport with your next stop already open in Google Maps, passing the SIM counter queue instead of joining it. You follow the train route into Tokyo, then use Uber for the ride from the station to your hotel. With your bag dropped off, you head to Asakusa and follow the lanes toward Senso-ji, pausing when a display of plastic noodle bowls catches your eye.
Google Translate helps you read the menu, and you order the bowl with the toppings you actually want. You book a food tour through Klook, then pay for a convenience-store snack with Apple Pay. A guide sends your meeting details through LINE, which locals use too. Back at your hotel, you browse Uber Eats for dinner and send a photo of the temple lantern home before choosing what to eat.
What should I look for in a tourist eSIM for Japan?
Look for local network access along your route, whether you are exploring Tokyo, Kyoto or Osaka, plus support for sharing data and adding more when needed. This plan connects to supported local networks, offers hotspot on most packages and supports data top-ups.
Choose an eSIM you can prepare before flying. This one installs from the button in your order email, with 180 days from purchase to activate. Activation starts when it connects to a supported network at your destination. Your chosen package determines the data allowance and validity.
Where will my tourist eSIM have the strongest coverage in Japan?
Your eSIM uses local networks including NTT docomo, Rakuten Mobile, KDDI/au, SoftBank, with 3G/4G/5G coverage strongest in cities and main tourist areas such as Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima. Major rail corridors and populated resort areas also have broad coverage. Reception becomes patchier in the Japanese Alps, the mountainous interior of Hokkaido and the smaller outer islands of Okinawa.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before you fly | Find a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landing | Nothing to install; switch roaming on |
| When you're connected | On landing, when connected to a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing if your home plan includes roaming here |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork needed | ID may be requested at the counter | No new registration beyond your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival at local rates | Depends on what your home plan includes |
| WhatsApp & your number | Keep using WhatsApp on your home number | New local number; WhatsApp stays on your home number | Your home number, on your home plan's roaming terms |
| Top-ups | Add data anytime with a top-up | Add data through the provider or a retail outlet | Extra data options depend on your home plan |
What practical tech and payment tips should I know before visiting Japan?
- Save offline maps of Kyoto before exploring its narrow lanes, and save your accommodation address in Japanese for showing drivers.
- Carry a Type A plug adapter; check that your charger supports the local voltage before packing it.
- Keep cash for small restaurants, temple admission and rural shops, even when larger stores accept cards.
- Treat cafe and station Wi-Fi as a bonus; some access screens require registration before you can browse.
- Put your device on silent aboard trains, and step away from busy platform paths before studying directions.
- Carry a power bank for navigation and photography, especially in Hokkaido, where cold weather drains batteries faster.
How much does a Japan eSIM cost?
SimSwift Japan eSIMs start at Rs. 190.36 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 190.36 a day.