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Stay connected across Japan
Get a free eSIM and 3GB of mobile data with Rakuten!
Worried about staying connected during your trip to Japan? Let Rakuten make it easy for you!

For a limited only, travelers to Japan booking their accommodation on Rakuten Travel are eligible for a free eSIM with 3GB of data from Rakuten Mobile for use on compatible devices, good for 15 days. With this exclusive offer from Rakuten Communications Corp., you won't have to worry about hunting for Wi-Fi, installing a physical SIM card, or renting a mobile router during your trip to Japan.

1. Book your accommodation
  • Make a booking on Rakuten Travel (https://travel.rakuten.com) with a check-in date that falls within the travel period (July 1, 2025–September 30, 2025). Existing bookings are also eligible if the check-in date falls within this period.
  • The deadline to book your accommodation and apply for your eSIM is two days before check-in. If the application is submitted after the deadline, we will not be able to deliver your eSIM.
  • If your booking is canceled after your eSIM and activation QR code have been issued, your eSIM will be automatically deactivated.
2. Apply for your eSIM
  • Submit your booking ID and the email address you used for your booking in the fields below.
  • After we've confirmed that your booking is valid, we'll send an eSIM activation QR code to your email address one day before your check-in date.
  • One eSIM will be issued for each adult guest in your booking.
  • Check the list below to confirm if your device is eSIM-compatible.
3. Activate your eSIM
  • Activate your eSIM via the QR code and you're ready to go! With 3GB*, you'll have plenty of data for exploring Japan.
  • After activation, your eSIM will be usable for 15 days.
Compatible devices
Only those that are eSIM-compatible, SIM-free, or have the corresponding frequency band. The full list of eSIM-compatible devices can be found here.
eSIM validity period
15 days after activation (including the date activated)
eSIM details
This eSIM offers 3GB of data but does not include SMS or voice calling. Application deadline: 11:59 p.m. JST two days prior to your check-in date (including the application date).
Check-in period
The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. JST two days prior to your check-in date (including the application date). Applications received after the deadline will not be valid.
Travel period
12:00 a.m. JST, July 1, 2025–11:59 p.m. JST, September 30, 2025
Campaign period
12:00 a.m. JST, April 30, 2025–11:59 p.m. JST, September 30, 2025
Additional notes
  • Coverage areas: please visit the Service Area Map (https://network.mobile.rakuten.co.jp/area/) for details about Rakuten Mobile's coverage areas. The areas mapped in dark pink are the available communication zones.
  • This service is provided based on mobile service in Japan. All content displayed here is translated from the original Japanese text for your reference.
  • You cannot add data capacity after using the designated data amount.
Already booked and ready to apply for your free eSIM with 3GB of mobile data? Submit your information below.

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