{"id":27486,"date":"2025-08-26T10:00:04","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T01:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seasiaonline.com\/?p=27486"},"modified":"2025-08-26T10:08:39","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T01:08:39","slug":"povo-to-begin-offering-japan-sim-online-a-data-only-esim-for-foreign-travelers-with-unlimited-data-options","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seasiaonline.com\/?p=27486","title":{"rendered":"povo to begin offering \u201cJapan SIM\u201d online, a data-only eSIM for foreign travelers with unlimited data options"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>KDDI has announced that \u201cJapan SIM,\u201d a data-only eSIM specifically for foreign travelers to Japan, will be available online starting August 28, 2025. Travelers can apply for service online and download the eSIM (embedded SIM card) profile while preparing for their trip, allowing smooth access to povo2.0 services immediately upon landing in Japan.<\/p>\n<p>Since launching in July of this year, \u201cJapan SIM\u201d has been made available at roughly 14,600 Lawson locations nationwide. It can be purchased with cash at the register and there are a number of plans to choose from to suit each customer\u2019s specific needs, making it a popular choice for foreign travelers looking for an eSIM. It will soon be made available online, allowing customers to apply before coming to Japan.<\/p>\n<p>There are ten plans available, including fixed and unlimited data options, allowing customers to find a plan that suits their needs in terms of data usage and length of stay.<\/p>\n<p>To celebrate the launch of online applications, new customers registering for povo2.0 service through \u201cJapan SIM\u201d can receive a code for \u201cUnlimited Data (24 Hours)\u201d (note).<\/p>\n<p>The goal of the \u201cJapan SIM\u201d service is to help all travelers have a comfortable and fulfilling experience in Japan.<\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 \u201dJapan SIM\u201d Online Version Toppings<br \/>(Plan Name, Price)<br \/>&#8211; Data Top-up 1GB (3 Days): \u00a5300<br \/>&#8211; Data Top-up 3GB (3 Days): \u00a5600<br \/>&#8211; Data Top-up 5GB (5 Days): \u00a5900<br \/>&#8211; Data Top-up 10GB (7 Days): \u00a51,430<br \/>&#8211; Data Top-up 10GB (15 Days): \u00a51,750<br \/>&#8211; Data Top-up 20GB (30 Days): \u00a52,700<br \/>&#8211; Unlimited Data (2 Hours) (note): \u00a5190<br \/>&#8211; Unlimited Data (6 Hours) (note): \u00a5260<br \/>&#8211; Unlimited Data (24 Hours) (note): \u00a5660<br \/>&#8211; Unlimited Data (3 Days) (note): \u00a51,540<br \/>* Plans subject to change.<br \/>\u201cJapan SIM\u201d purchased from Lawson stores have different topping options.<\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 New Customer Special<br \/>(Details)<br \/>&#8211; New customers can receive \u201cUnlimited Data (24 Hours)\u201d (note) by entering the promo code.<\/p>\n<p>(Period of Eligibility)<br \/>&#8211; August 28, 2025 \u2013 end date undetermined<br \/>* Details of the end date will be posted separately to the website.<\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 \u201dJapan eSIM\u201d Guide<\/p>\n<p>Details can be found here: https:\/\/povo.jp\/japan-sim\/online\/<\/p>\n<p>(note) Speed may be limited due to network congestion.<\/p>\n<p>* Except when stated otherwise, the prices above include tax.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>KDDI has announced that \u201cJapan SIM,\u201d a data-only eSIM specifically for foreign travelers to Japan, will be available online starting August 28, 2025. 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