7 days in Japan
1GB
$3.99
$1.40$1.40/GB
- Provider
- IIJ
- Hotspot
- Supported
- IP address
- Japan
Japan eSIM
Provider: IIJ · 180-day activation · Hotspot supported · Money-back guarantee
30 days in Japan
3GB
$7.99
$3.60$1.20/GB
- Provider
- IIJ
- Hotspot
- Supported
- IP address
- Japan
30 days in Japan
5GB
$10.99
$5.40$1.08/GB
- Provider
- IIJ
- Hotspot
- Supported
- IP address
- Japan
30 days in Japan
10GB
$17.99
$9.40$0.94/GB
- Provider
- IIJ
- Hotspot
- Supported
- IP address
- Japan
30 days in Japan
20GB
$24.99
$16.40$0.82/GB
- Provider
- IIJ
- Hotspot
- Supported
- IP address
- Japan
30 days in Japan
50GB
$59.99
$34$0.68/GB
- Provider
- IIJ
- Hotspot
- Supported
- IP address
- Japan
Provider
IIJ
Travel apps
AI, maps, translation
Activation window
180 days
Activation window means you have 180 days after purchase to install and start using the eSIM. Your plan duration starts when the eSIM connects in Japan.Hotspot
Supported
Travel app friendly
Built for the apps travelers actually use
Use AI tools, maps, translation, restaurant bookings, messaging, and ticket lookups without relying on hotel or cafe Wi-Fi. The technical routing stays in the background; the point is simple travel data that behaves well in Japan.
ChatGPT and Gemini
Google Maps and transit
Translation apps
Hotspot and tethering
Restaurant bookings
Messaging and email
Ticket lookups
Secure checkout
Buy online and receive your eSIM by email immediately after checkout.
Install while on Wi-Fi
Add the eSIM before departure while you still have a stable connection.
Use data in Japan
Switch your mobile data line when you arrive, keep your primary SIM available, and use hotspot or tethering when needed.
Buy before you fly
You have 180 days to start using it
180 days
Buy your Japan eSIM when you are planning the trip, then install and start using it anytime within 180 days of purchase.
Guarantee
Money-back guarantee if you cannot install your eSIM.
If you cannot install the eSIM, you are covered by the money-back guarantee.
Plan details
- Provider
- IIJ
- Country
- Japan
- Hotspot
- Supported
Frequently Asked Questions
Japan travel eSIM FAQs
How do I use my Japan travel eSIM?
After checkout, your Japan eSIM is emailed to you with setup instructions. Install it on Wi-Fi before you travel, then select the eSIM for mobile data when you arrive in Japan.
Does my Japan eSIM activate immediately upon installation?
No. Installation adds the eSIM to your phone, but your plan starts when the eSIM connects to a supported network in Japan. You still need to install and start using it within 180 days of purchase.
How can I tell if my phone supports the Japan travel eSIM?
Your phone needs to support eSIM and be unlocked. If you are unsure, use the compatibility checker before buying.
What's the procedure to activate my eSIM in Japan?
Install the eSIM from the email instructions while connected to Wi-Fi. When you arrive in Japan, turn on the eSIM line for mobile data and make sure data roaming is enabled for that eSIM.
Is eSIM functionality available in Japan?
Yes. eSIM works in Japan on compatible unlocked phones. Pestodata Japan plans provide mobile data via IIJ.
How much data will I need for my trip to Japan?
Choose 1GB for a short light trip, 3GB or 5GB for maps and messaging, 10GB for a comfortable buffer, and 20GB or 50GB for heavier travel days, AI tools, uploads, hotspot use, or frequent app use.
Does the Japan eSIM offer unlimited data?
No. Pestodata Japan plans are fixed-data plans from 1GB to 50GB, so you can choose the amount that fits your trip.
Can my regular phone number still be used in Japan concurrently with the eSIM?
Usually yes. Most dual-SIM phones can keep your regular SIM active for calls and texts while using the Japan eSIM for mobile data. Your home carrier may still charge for calls, texts, or roaming on your regular line.
Is a travel eSIM a better choice than roaming during my visit to Japan?
For many travelers, a travel eSIM is cheaper and easier to control than international roaming. Check your carrier's roaming fees, but a prepaid Japan eSIM gives you a clear data allowance before you travel.
Can I make phone calls using my Japan eSIM?
The Japan eSIM is for mobile data. You can use internet-based calling and messaging apps, while your regular SIM can stay available for normal calls or texts if your phone and carrier support it.
What happens if I run out of data in Japan?
The data plan stops when the allowance is used. You can buy another Japan eSIM plan if you need more data for the rest of your trip.
When will I receive my Japan eSIM?
Your eSIM is emailed to you immediately after checkout. Install it before departure while you have stable Wi-Fi, then turn on the eSIM data line when you arrive in Japan.
How long do I have to activate it?
You have 180 days from purchase to install and start using your Japan eSIM, so you can buy before your trip and set it up when you are ready.
What does the money-back guarantee cover?
If you cannot install the eSIM, you are covered by the money-back guarantee.
Is hotspot and tethering supported?
Yes. Hotspot and tethering are supported, subject to your phone settings and normal device compatibility.
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