Choose your plan
Check your phone is eSIM-compatible and unlocked, then choose your travel days.
Explore Japan with fast 5G and all the data your phone needs.
Find your way and check your next connection.
Call home or enjoy your favorite shows.
Upload photos and videos as you go.
Hotspot has a separate allowance.Actual speeds may vary.
ByteSIM’s Japan eSIM connects directly to KDDI au’s core network, with a Japanese IP.
Overseas routing can add delay.
| Performance | Local KDDI eSIMKDDI au · Japan | Roaming eSIMThird-country line compared |
|---|---|---|
| Peak downloadHigher is better | 871 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Peak uploadHigher is better | 79 Mbps | 42.2 Mbps |
| Average pingLower is better | 32 ms | 356 ms |
| Page loadLower is better | 6.6 s | 29.8 s |
In KDDI’s comparison: about 91% lower ping and 4.5× faster page loading.
Simplified routes and figures from KDDI’s comparison. Actual performance varies.
Your Japan eSIM, powered by au’s nationwide network.
Opensignal · Japan · April 2026
10 outright wins1 joint win
Sole winner: Reliability Experience.
Sole winner: Consistent Quality.
Sole winner across all overall and 5G experience awards.
More high-speed data. Less to carry.
| Selected plans | ByteSIMJapan local eSIM | US carrier roamingVerizon TravelPass | Pocket WiFiNINJA WiFi · 3GB/day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data policy | Truly unlimitedNo FUP | FUP: 3G speedsAfter 5 GB/day | FUP: 128 kbpsAfter 3 GB/day |
| Network & IP | Local KDDI auJapanese IP · Low latency | US SIM roaming in Japan | SoftBank via WiFi |
| Travel setup | Install via QR code | Use your existing SIM | Carry, charge & return |
| 7-day cost (USD) | $23.90One upfront price | $84.00$12/day × 7 days | ≈$35.09Rental only |
Verizon includes calls/texts; home plan and taxes extra. Plan benefits may reduce roaming cost.
Checked Sep 10, 2026. WiFi rental: ¥5,390 ≈ $35.09 at ¥153.61/US$1; extras excluded. ByteSIM hotspot allowance is separate.
Install before you travel. Your plan starts when you connect to au in Japan.
Check your phone is eSIM-compatible and unlocked, then choose your travel days.
On Wi-Fi, scan your emailed QR code or install with the ByteSIM App.
In Japan, turn on your eSIM and select it for mobile data.
Keep your eSIM installed after setup. The QR code is for one-time use.
Real people to help, clear refund terms and industry recognition.
Eligible unused eSIMs may qualify for a full refund. Request within 180 days of purchase.
View refund policyShortlisted for Best eSIM Provider at the Mobile Industry Awards.
View 2026 finalistsReal experiences with ByteSIM setup, connectivity and 24/7 support.
Answers about unlimited data, activation, hotspot and your Japan trip.
The ByteSIM Japan KDDI eSIM includes unlimited data on your phone, with no daily cap or fair-use slowdown. Actual 5G speeds depend on coverage, your device and network conditions.
This Japan eSIM uses a local KDDI au line with a Japanese IP address. iPhones display au; some Android phones display KDDI - au.
Your data is routed locally in Japan. Check your destinations on the official au coverage map.
Yes. Hotspot has a separate allowance; data on your phone stays unlimited. The table shows the total hotspot data for each listed plan, not a daily allowance.
| Plan | Hotspot |
|---|---|
| 2 days | 2 GB |
| 3 days | 2 GB |
| 4 days | 3 GB |
| 5 days | 4 GB |
| 6 days | 5 GB |
| 7 days | 6 GB |
| 8 days | 7 GB |
| 9 days | 8 GB |
| 10 days | 9 GB |
| 11 days | 10 GB |
| 12 days | 11 GB |
| Plan | Hotspot |
|---|---|
| 13 days | 12 GB |
| 14 days | 13 GB |
| 15 days | 14 GB |
| 16 days | 15 GB |
| 17 days | 16 GB |
| 18 days | 17 GB |
| 19 days | 18 GB |
| 20 days | 19 GB |
| 21 days | 20 GB |
| 25 days | 24 GB |
| 31 days | 30 GB |
Yes. You can use free au Wi-Fi at participating locations in Japan. Find nearby locations on the official au Wi-Fi spot map and follow the hotspot’s connection instructions.
This Japan KDDI eSIM is data-only: no phone number, calls or SMS are included. You can use WhatsApp and other internet-based calling and messaging apps over mobile data.
An eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone. No ID or passport registration is required for this plan. Check your exact model and purchase region on the compatible device list.
Activate your Japan KDDI eSIM within 180 days of purchase. If you miss this deadline, the eSIM expires and can no longer connect to the network.
Your plan starts when the eSIM first connects to au in Japan, not when you install it. Days end at midnight Japan time, rather than running in 24-hour blocks.
For example, connecting at 10 pm uses the first day by midnight.
No. The ByteSIM Japan KDDI eSIM is a local line and does not need data roaming.
This KDDI eSIM cannot be renewed or extended. If you need more days, purchase a new eSIM.
No. Once installed, this eSIM is tied to that device. It cannot be transferred to another phone or reinstalled after deletion.
Eligible unused eSIMs may qualify for a full refund within 180 days of purchase. Eligibility depends on installation, activation and usage. For connection issues, contact support while the plan is valid so the team can troubleshoot. See the Refund Policy.
Check your phone, review the refund policy and know where to get help.
Choose your travel days. Get truly unlimited data on Japan’s local KDDI au network.