Yesim
$10.56 5 GB · 30 days
See planWhich eSIM in Japan as a student?
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All checked plans (64)
| Airalo | 1 GB | 3 | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| Airalo | 3 GB | 3 | $7.50 | $2.50 |
| Airalo | 3 GB | 7 | $8.00 | $2.67 |
| Airalo | 5 GB | 7 | $10.00 | $2.00 |
| Airalo | 10 GB | 7 | $17.00 | $1.70 |
| Airalo | 5 GB | 15 | $10.50 | $2.10 |
| Airalo | 10 GB | 15 | $17.50 | $1.75 |
| Airalo | 20 GB | 15 | $24.00 | $1.20 |
| Airalo | 5 GB | 30 | $11.00 | $2.20 |
| Airalo | 10 GB | 30 | $18.00 | $1.80 |
| Airalo | 20 GB | 30 | $25.00 | $1.25 |
| Airalo | Unlimited | 3 | $11.50 | — |
| Airalo | Unlimited | 5 | $17.00 | — |
| Airalo | Unlimited | 7 | $26.50 | — |
| Airalo | Unlimited | 10 | $34.50 | — |
| Airalo | Unlimited | 15 | $48.00 | — |
| Airalo | Unlimited | 30 | $69.00 | — |
| Saily | 1 GB | 7 | $3.99 | $3.99 |
| Saily | 3 GB | 30 | $7.99 | $2.66 |
| Saily | 5 GB | 30 | $10.99 | $2.20 |
| Saily | 10 GB | 30 | $17.99 | $1.80 |
| Saily | 20 GB | 30 | $24.99 | $1.25 |
| Saily | Unlimited | 5 | $18.99 | — |
| Saily | Unlimited | 7 | $26.99 | — |
| Saily | Unlimited | 10 | $34.99 | — |
| Saily | Unlimited | 15 | $48.99 | — |
| Saily | Unlimited | 20 | $59.99 | — |
| Saily | Unlimited | 25 | $65.99 | — |
| Saily | Unlimited | 30 | $71.99 | — |
| Yesim | 1 GB | 30 | $4.44 | $4.44 |
| Yesim | 5 GB | 30 | $10.56 | $2.11 |
| Yesim | 10 GB | 30 | $19.20 | $1.92 |
| Yesim | 20 GB | 30 | $29.76 | $1.49 |
| Yesim | 30 GB | 30 | $39.60 | $1.32 |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 1 | $4.20 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 2 | $8.40 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 3 | $12.60 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 4 | $16.80 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 5 | $21.00 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 6 | $25.20 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 7 | $29.40 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 8 | $31.13 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 9 | $32.86 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 10 | $34.57 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 11 | $36.30 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 12 | $38.03 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 13 | $39.76 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 14 | $41.47 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 15 | $43.20 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 16 | $44.72 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 17 | $46.24 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 18 | $47.76 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 19 | $49.28 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 20 | $50.80 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 21 | $52.32 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 22 | $53.84 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 23 | $55.36 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 24 | $56.88 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 25 | $58.40 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 26 | $59.92 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 27 | $61.44 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 28 | $62.96 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 29 | $64.48 | — |
| Yesim | Unlimited | 30 | $66.00 | — |
Studying in Japan: smart moves
- Going the distance: for a full semester, travel plans aren't really built for that length; compare the cost of several top-ups with a local SIM bought on arrival.
- Watch the cost per GB: on a tight budget, that's the number that counts, not the sticker price.
- Keep your usual number: texts from your bank and online services keep arriving on your main SIM.
- Use the Wi-Fi: campus and housing Wi-Fi sharply cut the data you need.
Set up your eSIM in 4 steps
- Make sure your phone is eSIM-compatible and unlocked.
- Buy the plan, then scan the QR code you receive (or install through the provider's app), on Wi-Fi.
- When you arrive, turn on the eSIM line for data, and turn on roaming for that line only.
- Keep your main SIM for calls and texts, with data roaming turned off.
Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and unlocked.
Full ranking
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9.7out of 10
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9.5out of 10
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9out of 10
How the score is calculated
Score out of 10 = 60% price (relative to the cheapest in the table) + 15% network (5G listed, network named) + 10% hotspot use + 15% range of options (unlimited available, number of durations).
Frequently asked questions
Which eSIM in Japan for a study abroad semester?
Travel plans are designed for short trips. For several months, compare the cost of successive top-ups with a local SIM bought on arrival, and use the eSIM for the first few weeks.
How can I cut my data costs in Japan?
Compare cost per GB rather than the sticker price, make the most of campus and housing Wi-Fi, and download maps and playlists for offline use.
What's the cheapest eSIM for Japan?
Among the providers we compare, the cheapest plan for a typical trip is from Airalo, at $10.00. Prices are checked on the official websites and dated at the top of the page.
Do I keep my regular phone number?
Yes. Your main SIM can stay active for calls and texts; the travel eSIM only handles data. Remember to turn off data roaming on your main line.
Is my phone eSIM-compatible?
Most iPhones from the XS onward, recent Samsung Galaxy phones and Google Pixels from the Pixel 3 onward are compatible. The phone also has to be unlocked. On iPhone: Settings > General > About, look for the "EID" line.
When should I install my eSIM?
Install it before you leave, on Wi-Fi, but turn on the data line when you arrive. Most plans only start at the first connection to the local network.