Call Japan
Code is +81
Make seamless calls to japan from usa directly from your browser. Outbound calls don’t require a dedicated number. To receive inbound calls, secure a unique US/Canada digital number ($2.14–$5/month).
Product facts
- Outbound: No dedicated number required.
- Inbound: Requires US/Canada digital number ($2.14–$5/month).
- No apps: Works in Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox.
Product facts
- Outbound: No dedicated number required.
- Inbound: Requires US/Canada digital number ($2.14–$5/month).
- No apps: Works in Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox.
How to Call Japan from USA
Follow this simple sequence to connect to any number in Japan.
US Exit Code
Dial 011. This allows you to dial out of the United States.
(On mobile/VoIP, just hold 0 to get +)
Japan Code (+81)
Dial 81. This routes the call to Japan.
Area Code & Number
Dial the city code and number.
Important: Drop the leading zero!
The "Drop the Zero" Rule
In Japan, area codes start with '0' (e.g., 03 for Tokyo). When calling from the USA, you must omit this zero.
Major Japanese City Codes
Remember to drop the leading '0' when dialing these from the USA.
| City | Region | Dial Code |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | Kanto | 3 |
| Osaka | Kansai | 6 |
| Yokohama | Kanto | 45 |
| Nagoya | Chubu | 52 |
| Sapporo | Hokkaido | 11 |
| City | Region | Dial Code |
|---|---|---|
| Kyoto | Kansai | 75 |
| Kobe | Kansai | 78 |
| Fukuoka | Kyushu | 92 |
| Hiroshima | Chugoku | 82 |
| Sendai | Tohoku | 22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Japan?
The country code is +81. From the USA, dial 011 81, then the number.
Do I dial the zero in the area code?
No. Japanese area codes start with 0 (e.g., 03 for Tokyo), but you must drop this zero when calling from the USA. Dial 011 81 3...
How do I call a Japanese mobile phone?
Japanese mobile numbers start with 090, 080, or 070. Drop the leading zero and dial 011 81 90 (or 80/70) followed by the 8-digit number.
What is the time difference?
Japan is typically 13-16 hours ahead of the USA. When it's evening in New York, it's the next morning in Tokyo.
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