Japan eSIM: Plans, Prices and Data Guide

Japan eSIM plans and live prices with QR code activation

Japan is easy to travel in and surprisingly easy to get wrong on data. Station Wi-Fi is patchy inside trains, maps and translation apps run constantly, and a wrong turn costs you time you do not get back.

We keep four Japan plans — short trip, standard trip, long stay, and a 90-day option for people working from Japan. Here is what each one is really for.

See all Japan plans & live prices →Every active plan, priced in USD, delivered by email.

Pick by trip length

3 days: 9 GB over 3 days, $12.15 — enough for maps, translation and photos.

1–2 weeks: 15 GB over 15 days, $21.12. For a one-week trip this actually costs less than the 7-day plan, so take it.

A month or a season: 50 GB over 90 days, $53.94.

All Japan eSIM plans

Plan Data Validity Price (USD)
Japan eSIM 9GB 3Days 9GB total 3 days $12.15
Japan eSIM 15GB 15Days 15GB total 15 days $21.12
Japan eSIM 14GB 7 Days 14GB total 7 days $27.86
Japan eSIM 50GB 90Days 50GB total 90 days $53.94

Prices are in USD and reflect the live catalog at the time of writing. The product page is always the source of truth. Plans activate when you first connect, not when you buy.

How to choose

  • 9 GB / 3 days — The short-break plan. Three days of city travel with maps, messaging and a few hundred photos sits comfortably inside 9 GB.
  • 15 GB / 15 days — The best-value option for most trips, including one-week trips. It costs less than the 7-day plan and gives you a longer validity — there is no reason to pay more for less time.
  • 50 GB / 90 days — For a working stay or a long rail trip where you tether a laptop. Validity runs continuously from first connection, so buy it when you are close to departure rather than months ahead.

Before you buy

  • Install before departure on Wi-Fi — the QR code arrives by email within minutes of ordering.
  • Keep your home SIM active for incoming SMS; use the eSIM as the data line.
  • Enable data roaming on the eSIM line, otherwise it will not attach to a Japanese network.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a Japan eSIM?
From $12.15 for 9 GB over 3 days, up to $53.94 for 50 GB over 90 days. All four live plans and prices are in the table above.
Which Japan plan is best for a one-week trip?
The 15 GB / 15-day plan at $21.12. The 7-day plan costs $27.86 for 14 GB, so the longer plan is both cheaper and more generous — the only trade-off is nothing.
Does the plan work on arrival at the airport?
Yes. Install the eSIM before you fly, then switch the line on when you land. The plan starts on first connection, so nothing is consumed while you are still at home.
Can I use my eSIM in Japan and then in Korea?
No — these are single-country plans. For multi-country trips buy one plan per country, or check our regional plans if your itinerary is mostly in one region.

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