How do I install my اليابان eSIM on iPhone?

On Wi‑Fi before you travel: Settings → Cellular (or Mobile Data) → Add eSIM, then scan the QR from your Plota email or dashboard. Label the line (e.g. “اليابان”), keep it ready, and when you arrive in اليابان turn the line on and enable Data Roaming for it.

How do I install my اليابان eSIM on Android?

On Wi‑Fi: Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Add eSIM, then scan your Plota QR (or paste the activation code). In اليابان, set Plota as the mobile data SIM and turn Data Roaming on for that line.

How do I turn on Data Roaming for my اليابان eSIM?

Settings → Cellular / Mobile Data → select your Plota اليابان eSIM → turn Data Roaming On. Set Mobile Data to that eSIM line. Leave your home SIM’s roaming off if you want to avoid home-carrier roaming charges while still receiving calls/texts on your usual number.

What APN and networks does the اليابان eSIM use?

We email the APN and supported networks for your اليابان plan after purchase, and the same details appear on that eSIM in your Plota dashboard. Set mobile data to Plota, turn Data Roaming on for that line, and enter the APN only if your phone requests it or data does not start automatically.

When should I install my اليابان eSIM?

Install on Wi‑Fi before departure. The plan typically starts when you first connect to a local network in اليابان, not when you scan the QR. On arrival: enable the Plota line, set it for mobile data, and turn Data Roaming on.

What is the best eSIM for اليابان?

Yes. Plota offers multiple prepaid eSIM data plans for اليابان with instant QR code delivery. Choose your data amount and validity, pay online, and activate in minutes.

Does the اليابان eSIM support hotspot and tethering?

Most Plota plans for اليابان support mobile hotspot so you can share data with laptops and tablets. Check the plan details before checkout for tethering confirmation.

Can I use an eSIM and my physical SIM at the same time in اليابان?

Yes. eSIM-compatible phones support dual SIM. Keep your home number on your physical SIM for calls and texts while using the Plota eSIM for affordable data in اليابان.

Is Plota cheaper than Holafly, Airalo, or Saily for اليابان?

Plota offers competitive prepaid rates for اليابان — often up to 50% less than Holafly, Airalo, and Saily on comparable data packages, with instant delivery and no hidden roaming fees.

Which phones work with eSIM in اليابان?

iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and most recent flagship Android devices support eSIM. Verify your model supports eSIM before purchasing.

What happens if I run out of data in اليابان?

You can purchase a top-up or a new plan from Plota before your trip ends. Data allowances and validity vary by package — choose a plan that matches your stay in اليابان.

What if I have no internet after installing?

Check four things: (1) Mobile Data is set to the Plota eSIM, (2) Data Roaming is On for that line, (3) the APN matches your order email/dashboard if needed, (4) you are in coverage. Toggle airplane mode once. Still stuck? Email support@plota.app with your order email and phone model.

اليابان eSIM

NTT docomo اليابان 4G
KDDI/au اليابان 4G

Full speed

Fixed GB · no throttle

1GB7 dayswas$1.51now

$1.37

3GB15 dayswas$3.65now

$3.32

Popular3GB30 dayswas$3.86now

$3.51

5GB30 dayswas$5.80now

$5.27

10GB30 dayswas$10.09now

$9.17

20GB30 dayswas$17.59now

$15.99

50GB30 dayswas$25.27now

$22.97

50GB180 dayswas$37.72now

$34.29

اليابان · 3.0GB

$3.86$3.51

From the road

What travellers say about اليابان

4.8 from 12,000+ travellers

EN
“Installed on airport Wi-Fi before passport control. Maps were up before I left the terminal in اليابان.”
EN
“Kept my home number for bank codes. The اليابان eSIM handled data — setup took about a minute.”
EN
“Stable on the local networks listed on the plan. Would use it again next time I fly into اليابان.”

Refund policy
Full refund within 30 days if unused — and if it does not work at your destination.
More about refunds
Activation window
Validity starts on first use. Install over Wi-Fi before you fly.
How installation works
Secure checkout
Cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal — encrypted by Stripe.
Customer support
Reach us before or during your trip if you need help connecting.
Contact support

How eSIM works in اليابان

Install over Wi-Fi before departure. Switch the data line on when you land. Validity starts on first use.

01
Buy a plan
Pick a destination, data allowance and validity period for اليابان.
02
Install your eSIM
Scan the QR from the email — on Wi-Fi, before you fly. No physical SIM.
03
Land and connect
Data activates on first connection in اليابان. Keep your home number.

Size it to your trip

Pick the profile closest to your اليابان trip. The estimate assumes normal use — maps, messaging, photos, a short call home.

In total, a 3 GB data allowance covers roughly 1,005 shared photos, 50 hours of social media and browsing, 9 hours of video calls, 38 hours of music streaming, or about 600 hours of maps and navigation. Messaging apps barely use data.