Asia · Japan
Tokyo eSIM Plans
Stay connected in Tokyo with a travel eSIM. Scan the QR code before you fly — you land with LTE already waiting. No SIM card shop, no airport kiosk, no waiting.
Connectivity in Tokyo
World-class LTE across all 23 wards. NTT Docomo and SoftBank cover the Tokyo Metro underground. Expect 20–80 Mbps across the city.
- ✓Download Google Maps offline before arrival to save data
- ✓IC cards (Suica/Pasmo) work for transit — add to Apple/Google Wallet
- ✓Toggle airplane mode on/off when exiting Narita or Haneda to force carrier registration
- ✓Coverage continues on Shinkansen platforms and most tunnels
Neighbourhoods covered in Tokyo
Reliable LTE across these Tokyo neighbourhoods on day one — no carrier picking, no kiosk visits.
ShinjukuShibuyaAsakusaAkihabaraRoppongiHarajuku
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Frequently asked questions — Tokyo eSIM
Do I need an eSIM for Tokyo?
Yes — a travel eSIM is the easiest way to get mobile data in Tokyo. Scan a QR code before you fly and you have LTE the moment you land. No SIM card shop, no airport queue.
Does eSIM work on the metro/transit in Tokyo?
World-class LTE across all 23 wards. NTT Docomo and SoftBank cover the Tokyo Metro underground. Expect 20–80 Mbps across the city.
How do I get an eSIM for Tokyo?
1. Go to lte.app/esim/japan. 2. Choose your data size and trip length. 3. Pay — receive QR code instantly. 4. Scan the QR at home over Wi-Fi. 5. Enable data roaming when you land. Done.
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