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50% off 30-Day 10GB Japan eSim, US$9 (~A$13.70) @ Airalo

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50% off 30-Day 10GB Japan eSim, US$9 (~A$13.70) @ Airalo
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MadoxNet on 13/12/2023 - 11:35 airalo.com (6549 clicks)
Last edited 04/03/2024 - 00:51 by 2 other users

50% Discount on the Airalo 10Gb 30day Japan eSim, so now $9.00 USD or around A$13.70. Deal expires in the new year.

Used these esims on a recent trip, decent speeds and coverage was fine but we were in main tourist areas only.

Remember to check for phone compatibility.

Update from comments - Try JAN15 (New customers) and JAN10 (Existing customers) for extra discount. Also remember to use referral for extra USD$3 off if new user and cashrewards! Referral savings is probably better than the codes if they don't stack.

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  • v00d00 AU on 13/12/2023 - 11:43

    It mentions that the 30D starts from the initial activation, how long do you have to activate? Have a Japan trip in March, so thinking this might work well?

    • CC123 on 13/12/2023 - 11:48

      how long do you have to activate?

      The validity period starts when the eSIM connects to any supported network/s.

      • v00d00 AU on 13/12/2023 - 11:48

        Yeh so purchase now and wait to activate in march, all good?

      • JohnHowardsEyebrows on 13/12/2023 - 12:17

        So it can be activated e.g. in April?

    • MadoxNet on 13/12/2023 - 12:49
      +2

      Not sure, try ask support but I just purchased 2 and there's nothing that says there's a limitation. Careful though on installing the eSim as it says it can't be installed again. I would leave it not installed until closer to travel date for that reason…

    • temptingdeals90 on 13/12/2023 - 14:46
      +2

      I reached out to support and they said below:

      Most Airalo eSIM packages activate (you have access to data) when the eSIM installed on your device connects to an allowed network at the destination. 

      This means that you must be located in your data package's country to be able to connect to a network. Therefore, if you're still at home, please don't try to activate your eSIM because you won't be able to connect to the local network. 

      At this time, when your eSIM connects to the local network, the validity of the eSIM starts. 

      However, for some eSIMs, the validity period starts at the installation. Therefore, we suggest installing the eSIM a day or a few hours before your trip, otherwise, you'll waste precious days of your data plan. 

      You may check these details under the eSIM's 'Additional Information', or you can also ask us for any more information that you would like to know.

      https://p29.zdusercontent.com/attachment/16168248/gy4xEKCx6c…

    • SicrosoftMurface on 13/12/2023 - 16:13
      +2

      Had an online chat with Airalo and they've confirmed we can activate it in March 2024.

      They've also sent through a copy of the conversation transcript.

      • lachlantula on 13/12/2023 - 16:17

        apologies but just to clarify is that march 2024 at the latest or is that just an example of a time in the future we could activate it?

        • SicrosoftMurface on 13/12/2023 - 16:19
          +3

          As I'm traveling to Japan in March 2024, so I've only asked about March 2024. Might be worth having a live chat with them just to reconfirm, here's the copy of conversation transcript.

          Airalo Support

          Yes, you can purchase it now, then use it in March 2024.

          We have included some important information and instructions about installing and activating your eSIM below.

          STEP 1. INSTALLATION (before you reach your destination country)

          You can install the package a day or a few hours before you travel to your destination country.
          We recommend that you install the eSIM before traveling because you need a stable internet connection, preferably Wi-Fi from a wired connection.

          STEP 2. ACTIVATION (once you reach your destination country)

          Most eSIM packages will activate when the eSIM installed on your device connects to an allowed network at the destination. This means that you must be located in your data package's country to be able to connect to a network. Therefore, if you're still at home, please don't try to activate your eSIM because you won't be able to connect to the local network.

        • EDIflyer on 31/12/2023 - 02:25

          when I asked them they said no expiry date for purchased eSIMs - I've got a few in my account now, I normally only install them just before leaving on the trip, that way they activate upon landing.

    • p1723 on 13/12/2023 - 20:38

      It says 04/27 as you're going through the payment page. It would most likely be the latest you have to activate the esim

      • SS625 on 14/12/2023 - 08:09

        where did you see that? i still cant find it

        • p1723 on 14/12/2023 - 11:35

          I noticed it right as I clicked pay so I couldn't screenshot it. It was written right under the esim. It'll be good if someone else here buying one can confirm

      • hohoisme on 16/01/2024 - 10:56

        Is it April 2027 or 27th April？

        • p1723 on 17/01/2024 - 05:59

          This is a good point, there's no way of knowing unless you contact customer support I guess

    • Stevesilver on 24/01/2024 - 14:47

      Yes, I have a euro trip coming up in May and bought both our esims to cover the trip. we used airalo last year and worked perfectly and much cheaper than local deals ive used in the past. just note they are data only which works well with all voip options available now like whatsapp/signal/messenger etc.. This is a great deal and half the price we paid last year. The other winner is they use the best networks in the country i'm visiting whereas some others don't. vodofone is usually #1 for a lot of european countries.. it's like their Telstra 4g where as the rest are sub optus networks.

  • Rail Rider95 on 13/12/2023 - 11:46
    +8

    Used this in Japan early last month, found it worked perfectly fine (other than in tunnels).
    Make sure you take a screenshot of the instructions you need to finalise setup (I had to join the Haneda airport wifi to get it working), especially the description of the APN name you have to enter.
    Tested in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and some smaller regional areas in between.

    • MadoxNet on 13/12/2023 - 12:41
      +3

      We used it in Hiroshima/Miyajima, Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Osaka enroute to Nagoya/Tokyo and Tokyo.

      • Rail Rider95 on 13/12/2023 - 12:45
        +1

        Ah yes! How could I have forgotten Hiroshima and the gorgeous island of Miyajima (best craft beer I had in Japan was at a stall down the "eat street").

  • priceaintright on 13/12/2023 - 12:01
    +4

    Will be in Japan for around 20 days over some regional areas and working remotely, so anticipate potentially up to 1GB/day usage.

    Any issues if I purchase 2 of these and just rollover and activate the 2nd eSIM when I’m close to depleting the first?

    • Juicy Goblin on 14/12/2023 - 22:06

      Curious to know the same - I'm there for 10 days and whilst 10GB may be enough, for $9 aud (having used a voucher), I would be tempted to do so just for lazy peace of mind.

    • TheClash on 01/01/2024 - 23:05

      You can just buy one esim and then top it up another 10Gb for $9USD… seems the 10Gb 'top up' is also discounted. :)

  • theguyrules on 13/12/2023 - 12:03
    +5

    Seems like a good deal! Price in AUD in title please

    • MadoxNet on 13/12/2023 - 12:40

      Fixed :) Cheers.

  • UnemployedDeveloper on 13/12/2023 - 12:10
    +1

    Need this for Bali or Thailand 🐀🐀🐀

    • azm on 13/12/2023 - 12:25
      -1

      Yes. I assumed we cant use it in Bali.

    • Brianqpr on 03/02/2024 - 18:20

      Used their Bali one last week when there. Paid about $30 for 10GB with a 30 day validity and it worked very well. Could have got away with 5GB (was there 10 days).

      On previous visits I have used a local SIM card and there are loads of vendors for those at Bali airport arrivals who will set them up for you. Advantages are you get calls and texts included and it can be cheaper, especially if you wait until you are outside the airport and buy one from a regular store. That said, you can do everything you need to via whatsapp with an eSIM.

      Disadvantages are having to provide your passport and making sure you don't lose your regular SIM card. My previous phone was dual SIM which really came into its own when overseas so it is easier if you have a dual SIM phone.

      There is a 15% off discount code for new Airalo customers that we used.

  • Luckymaster on 13/12/2023 - 12:28

    Also interested in whether we can buy and activate, say, 6 months later
    Has anyone done this?

    • EDIflyer on 31/12/2023 - 02:26

      they've said no issue in doing this when I checked with them

    • ddhar on 03/02/2024 - 23:40

      They gave this reply when I asked if I could activate in October:

      Please note that the eSIM won't get activated unless you are in Japan on October.

      So you would be able to install it before going to Japan and it will still not activate.

      They avoided any mentions of expiry so I guess this will work for later this year.

  • SicrosoftMurface on 13/12/2023 - 12:42

    Hi OP, are you able to please confirm if we purchase now, it'll be fine to activate in March 2024 since we're going to Japan in March?

    Thank you.

    • blazerunner on 13/12/2023 - 12:52

      I bought a top-up to an expired eSIM from them and it remains unactivated for me. Previously activation happened automatically once I connected to the network in Tokyo.

      I can't say it will work for sure until Feb next year, but it looks like it.

  • Luckymaster on 13/12/2023 - 13:04
    +5

    I have the answer

    Yes, you can install it now, then purchase it in a few years, but, keep in mind, there may be a network change during that period. In that case, we ask you to simply contact us for a replacement!

    Please let us know how you go, and do not hesitate to reach out if you need any more help.

    Warm Regards,
    Airalo Support

  • Jr2499 on 13/12/2023 - 13:05
    +5

    Can combine with further coupon discount at checkout.

    For existing customers use code: DEC10

    For new customers use code: DEC15

    • theguyrules on 13/12/2023 - 13:16
      +1

      Works, but also I used a random referral code for $3USD off.

      • lachlantula on 13/12/2023 - 17:43

        hey, did you stack the referral code with dec10/15? i can only seem to apply one code at a time..

        • theguyrules on 13/12/2023 - 18:22
          +1

          Nah just the referral code. Ended up less than $10 AUD tho

      • Juicy Goblin on 14/12/2023 - 22:07

        I did the same, there are plenty listed online so thanks to the random stranger.

    • p1723 on 13/12/2023 - 20:39

      DEC15 is just 15% off $9usd which is actually less than the $3usd referral code

  • cosmickinect on 13/12/2023 - 13:10

    Airalo is absolute ass in Japan. Would not recommend it.
    I used it in the beginning of this year, would not connect to data, and when it would, only for a few minutes at a time.
    Its like too many people were on their network and they could not cope.
    I ended up switching to $5 roaming which actually worked 100% of the time I was there.

    • Daabido on 13/12/2023 - 13:13

      Ubigi worked great for me in Japan.

      • brett-au on 13/12/2023 - 16:47

        I've just come back from Japan and this is the third time I've used Ubigi in japan and it really dropped the ball. I would be in a supermarket with at least 2 bars and it would not translate images.

        Other bursty internet was very poor, but once connected, it was reasonable.

        Previous trips it was awesome.

        When were you there?

      • vandelay on 14/12/2023 - 10:23

        ordered for a second/backup phone for trip next year.. I usually use Ubigi which has been great.

    • Luckymaster on 13/12/2023 - 13:30
      +1

      I have had no problems the 3 times I've used it

    • andyarlo on 14/12/2023 - 16:34

      I disagree - just got back from a month in Japan, it was rock solid. You can choose between NTT (I think) and SoftBank networks. It was great. Could make calls back home, stream video and music no worries.

    • MadoxNet on 31/12/2023 - 19:02

      My Vodafone $5 roaming sucked but I needed it for the number and the SMSs, I ended up using the Airalo data off my kid's phone when the Vodafone wouldn't work at all.

      Was in Tokyo early-mid Dec 2023 (Shinagaway/Ota/Kawasaki etc).

      So reverse experience I guess.

      Though also to note, I didn't have a problem with the Vodafone in Japan for 10 days in November, with 2 days in Tokyo but that was mainly in Tokyo/Ginza.

  • theguyrules on 13/12/2023 - 13:14
    +1

    Might use this as a $10 backup to the pocket wifi we have rented. Thanks again OP.

  • delarue on 13/12/2023 - 13:49
    +1

    Used Airalo esim for a month in Japan recently. It was uncomplicated and worked well. Will use it again next time

  • OpenHand on 13/12/2023 - 14:02

    I use Airalo every time I go to Japan now - about four times this year for work.

    Works great, as someone said, make sure you either set the apn stuff or take screenshots before you land.

    Either way, all the airports are covered in free wifi so you can just jump into the app then and set it all up before you jump on the train out.

  • SS625 on 13/12/2023 - 14:08

    going in may next year, when do i need to activate by?

    • p1723 on 13/12/2023 - 20:39

      It says 04/27 as you're going through the payment page. It would most likely be the latest you have to activate the esim

  • noisymime on 13/12/2023 - 14:15

    Perfect timing, I'm off to Okinawa in 3 weeks! Thanks

  • Rscit on 13/12/2023 - 16:32
    +1

    Damn, that's a good price - I'm going in Jan and bought the BF TravelKon esim which On Sale was double this price

    • belongsinforums on 13/12/2023 - 20:23
      +1

      Yea this makes travelkon look like a rort

  • BensonW on 13/12/2023 - 17:07

    Thanks community, I have got mine for a trip in Feb next year and am very happy :)

  • abctoz on 13/12/2023 - 20:51
    -3

    nice I always wanted a Japanese sim now I can beam an internet connection to Japan using my tin foil hat and get superior speeds

  • carrawa on 14/12/2023 - 01:31

    Is it easy to buy a one month sim plan in Japan? These sound a bit small unless you don't use youtube etc.

    • JohnHowardsEyebrows on 14/12/2023 - 06:09
      -1

      Do you plan on binging YoiTube on your hpliday to Japan?

      • theguyrules on 14/12/2023 - 09:31

        people have downtime.

      • carrawa on 14/12/2023 - 22:49

        Question is related to youtube and streaming services, plus search data etc?

  • Shadowsfury on 14/12/2023 - 07:36

    Can we buy two and use them one after another? Not sure if 10GB would be enough for my trip especially given its length

    • p1723 on 14/12/2023 - 11:36

      How long is your trip

  • ozbarbara on 14/12/2023 - 08:20

    Thanks so much for posting I’m going in March and June so this really helps. Cheers

  • uniqualz on 14/12/2023 - 09:20

    Do they round your data usage up by the kbyte or mbyte? 10gb won't go far if it's by the mbyte, and it doesn't seem to be listed in their website T&C's.

  • uniqualz on 14/12/2023 - 09:34

    Are these travel sims really any better than just grabbing a local SIM plan when you arrive at your destination? Eg I get to Singapore and just grab a 1-month unlimited calls & data plan from a local shopping centre, and it costs me AU$15, and works in most Asian countries. They always seem hard to beat.

    • vandelay on 14/12/2023 - 10:18
      +2

      Yes that’s what I used to do..
      Benefit of the e-sim is you don’t need to physically swap out the SIM card, and while overseas, I can retain my Aus number to receive sms and voice calls, while using the eSIM for data only

      • uniqualz on 14/12/2023 - 10:50

        Ok, thanks. Do you mean: you leave your Aussie sim in your phone and you leave it active, and then when you land somewhere overseas, it automatically still receives incoming phone calls and SMS messages.. you don't need to activate and pay for a daily roaming thing here with your carrier before you leave home for that to happen?

        • theguyrules on 14/12/2023 - 11:32
          +1

          That entirely depends on your Aussie plan/carrier.

    • wildstone on 14/12/2023 - 16:07

      Depends on the country that you are travelling to I suppose. For Japan for example, I don't think you could get unlimited call + data for $15. Some of the travel sim advertised would be cheaper compared to if you just get it when you arrive at your destination.

      The other reason would be convenience, you have a sim ready as you land, rather than having to look for one.

  • howgoodisperth on 14/12/2023 - 16:34
    +3

    I'm a big advocate for using e-sims nowadays and this will be great for my trip to Japan in March too.

    I used to think it was worth getting a local sim card (especially when travelling in SE Asia), but the amount of time, fuss and registration it takes to sign myself up for a SIM card worth $3 is not worth it nowadays.

    The only country I found this to be pretty easy was Singapore. My experience with local SIM purchases in other SE Asia countries have always been a lot of hassle.

    Purchasing an e-sim saves you time, time you've worked hard for to get that time off.

  • CoolPanda21 on 15/12/2023 - 19:53

    Ubigi seems to be well-liked offering 5G/LTE and I also made the purchase for my Japan trip tomorrow.

    Can use Ubigi 20% Off Promo Code: AKY5T3Z1

    Came to US$13.60 (RRP US$17.00) to about AU$21.30 that was spent for 10GB / 30 days one-time purchase.

    Ubigi site to purchase eSim for Japan

    Reference video/s: BEST eSIMs for Japan Travel 2024: Mobal, Ubigi, Airalo Review

  • buyer-123 on 16/12/2023 - 00:22

    Can you buy 1 SIM to share data with 2 people? e.g. activating the same SIM with 2 people

    • MadoxNet on 16/12/2023 - 22:04
      +3

      No, you could hotspot though…

  • theguyrules on 22/12/2023 - 14:12

    Using it right now, so far it's working great.

    • MadoxNet on 22/12/2023 - 15:37

      Can I just say Vodafone roaming sucks in Tokyo…? 3 other eSIMs using this deal works great and I am paying $5 a day…

      Wish you could forward SMS codes to an email or something.

  • carva848 on 23/12/2023 - 05:37

    Instead of buying 2 x 10gb esims, can we just buy the 1 x 10gb esim and then TOP UP another 10gb so that it now becomes 1 X 20gb esim?

    This will save me the hassle of having to use up one 10gb esim and then activate the second esim and use that 10gb on that esim..

    • MadoxNet on 23/12/2023 - 19:44

      Not sure if only the data will top up, and not the expiry (duration). Not sure if you can top up a non activated eSIM.

      So probably doesn't work if it's for a future trip or if you want 30 days etc… It only takes like 2 minutes to activate a new eSIM so it's relatively hassle free? And you can see how much data you've used any time on your phone and via the Airalo webpage.

    • theguyrules on 26/12/2023 - 22:39

      you can top up, it appears that it resets the 30 days.

  • Anon257 on 23/12/2023 - 14:47

    How can you add more data? And what is the cost?

    • MadoxNet on 23/12/2023 - 19:40

      You can top up eSIMs at the same rate it seems including at the promo rate of this deal (may require activated eSIM though).

      • Anon257 on 23/12/2023 - 22:48

        Thanks!

        • MadoxNet on 24/12/2023 - 00:18
          +1

          Note expiry date of the deal though! Prices will be at the time of top up! (I think that's why people are buying ahead of time…)

  • macr0hard on 28/12/2023 - 23:36

    I'll be in JP starting end of March but will be in Korea before than. Can I activate this while I'm in Korea?

    • helpme on 04/02/2024 - 09:39

      Yes but it won't work until your get to Japan

  • freestyle18 on 29/12/2023 - 23:29

    So any idea of the actual activate by date? Going in may.. and I see people talking about march.. Have left a message to CS but nothing so far

  • Glang on 30/12/2023 - 22:01
    +2

    It appears that the sale was extended until 4 Feb 2024 based on both the website and what their support team told me

    • MadoxNet on 31/12/2023 - 18:54
      +2

      Yup, its updated on the website, I'll update the post :)

  • joykev on 01/01/2024 - 07:57

    Can we buy multiple of this deal and stack them up?also, I’m a bit confused with what the website says and in this thread, so do we activate before we arrive in japan (I’ll be travelling from korea in april) or after we arrive in japan?

    • MadoxNet on 02/01/2024 - 02:21

      We downloaded, installed the eSIM(s) in Australia on our home Wi-Fi; when we got to Japan all we needed to do was let the eSIM connect for activation.

      Remember to download/read the instructions carefully, e.g., turn on roaming etc if data doesn't work etc.

      Also remember once installed, you can't uninstall etc, so I would do it closer to the date in case you change phones etc.

  • KablammoNick on 02/01/2024 - 21:24

    Looks like DEC15 and DEC10 now expired… but JAN15 and JAN10 worked…
    Couldn't stack with a referral code from here though.

  • adamjohnson on 11/01/2024 - 20:17

    Speeds not great tbh. In the couple of days I’ve been using it, it’s never shown a 5G signal

  • hohoisme on 16/01/2024 - 10:55

    Can I purchase it now and activate in mid June when I will be going to Japan?

    • lachlantula on 18/01/2024 - 13:28

      yes you can, see comments above

  • MadoxNet on 01/02/2024 - 02:20

    Sale has been extended to 29 Feb 2024… but editing has been locked?

  • davidinho on 02/02/2024 - 20:02

    FYI, FEB15 works

  • ddhar on 03/02/2024 - 16:26

    Have an upcoming trip in October 2024. Will this esim work or should I just buy closer to the travel dates?

  • YZYgold on 03/02/2024 - 17:34
    +1

    Signal is poor in Niseko, ok elsewhere

  • PeppermintGrove on 03/02/2024 - 17:45
    +1

    FEB10 for existing customers

  • gstfree on 05/02/2024 - 07:59

    It seems the deal is still valid.

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