eSIM for Japan
Plans from $2.49 per day
Japan
Esim70 connects to Japan's tier-1 carriers NTT Docomo and SoftBank, so you ride the same 5G/4G network locals use — dense, fast coverage across Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and the Shinkansen corridor, with reliable signal underground in the metro and JR stations where travelers spend so much time.
Japan is one of the highest-value eSIM destinations because the local-SIM route is painful for short visits while data needs are heavy: live train routing in Google Maps, translation apps, IC-card top-ups, and restaurant lookups all lean on a steady connection. Hotspot is supported, so one plan can also cover a tablet or a travel companion's laptop.
Public Wi-Fi is genuinely widespread in convenience stores, stations, and tourist areas, so a lighter plan often stretches further than expected — keep the eSIM for navigation on the move and the gaps between hotspots. Install before you fly and it activates automatically on first connection to a Japanese network: no kiosk, no Alien Registration Card, no airport markup.
When to activate
Activate anytimeInstall the eSIM at home, then activate when you land — it switches on automatically on first connection to a Japanese network. No special setup before flying.
Network partners
NTT Docomo
SoftBank
Connection details
Networks
NTT Docomo · SoftBank
Speed
5G / 4G / LTE
Hotspot
Allowed
From
$2.49/day
Country context
Currency
JPY
Emergency
110 (police) · 119 (fire / ambulance)
Plug type
A / B
Time zone
JST (UTC+9)
Why eSIM here, not a local SIM
Japan's local SIM market is famously hostile to short-term travelers — most kiosks require Alien Registration Cards, and tourist SIMs sold at airports come with high markup and time-limited validity.
Free Wi-Fi: Widely available. Free public Wi-Fi is widely available in stations, convenience stores, and tourist areas. eSIM gives you reliable coverage between hotspots.
From order to online in 4 steps
Step 1
Buy your plan
Pick a data plan that fits your trip, pay with card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.
Common questions about Japan
Will my eSIM work on the Shinkansen and in subways?
Yes, Japanese networks (NTT Docomo, SoftBank) maintain excellent coverage on major rail lines including Shinkansen and most Tokyo/Osaka subway tunnels. Expect 4G/5G for most of your journey.
When does my plan's validity start in Japan?
Validity starts when your eSIM first connects to a local Japan network, that's usually as soon as you land and switch off airplane mode. Installing the eSIM at home days before your trip doesn't burn any days.
Can I use my phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot in Japan?
Yes, all Esim70 plans support tethering by default with no separate daily cap. Your phone can share its data connection with a laptop, tablet, or travel companion's phone.
Will my home number still work in Japan?
Yes, modern phones support dual-SIM. Your home SIM stays active for calls and SMS while the Esim70 eSIM handles data abroad. You can keep WhatsApp / iMessage tied to your home number too.
