How do I call Germany from Japan?

To call Germany from Japan, dial the exit code 010, followed by the country code +49, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 1512 3456789, you would dial: 010 49 1512 3456789.

What is the country calling code for Germany when calling from Japan?

The country calling code for Germany is +49. To call Germany from Japan, dial +49 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Germany in?

Germany is in the UTC+01:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Germany?

The official currency of Germany is the Euro (€). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Germany?

The capital city of Germany is Berlin. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Germany when calling from Japan?

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How much does it cost to call Germany when calling from Japan?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Germany from Japan. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

What is the best time to call Germany from Japan?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 8h destination behind. A practical window in Japan is 17:00-23:59 and 00:00-02:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Germany.

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How to Call Germany from Japan

Calling Germany from Japan: 010 49 [local number].

Germany Country Code: +49

ISO: DE

DEU

Quick answer

To call Germany from Japan, dial 010, then 49, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 010 49 1512 3456789.

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Dialing format

010 49 1512 3456789

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Germany correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Germany - whether you’re calling Berlin or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Germany from Japan

International Guide

Dial the exit code for Japan

Start by dialing 010 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Japan.

Add Germany's country code

Dial the country code +49 for Germany.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Germany (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 010 49 [local number] - For example: 010 49 612 345 678

HOW TO CALL

International Dialing Format

010491512 3456789

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+491512 3456789

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Calling Germany from Japan: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+49

Capital of Germany

Berlin

Region

Europe (Western Europe)

Currency of Germany

Euro (€)

Germany Time Zones

UTC+01:00

Current time

Your time

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Germany

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Germany at a Glance

Germany, located in Western Europe, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Berlin, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 83M.

The official currency is the Euro (€). When calling Germany, the country code is +49. The country observes the UTC+01:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include German.

Destination Calling Profile: Germany

Population

83M

Population Rank

#17 of 230

Language Footprint

German

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+01:00

City/Area Code Coverage

37 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Germany currently has a 11-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +49.

Route Profile: Japan to Germany

Exit Code in Japan

010 (dial 010 (or + from mobile))

Japan Country Code

+81

Route Dialing Pattern

010 49 1512 3456789

Capital Time Difference

8h destination behind

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

17:00-23:59 and 00:00-02:00

Currency Pair

Japanese yen (¥) -> Euro (€)

Primary languages: Japan (Japanese) and Germany (German).

Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: Japan (UTC+09:00) and Germany (UTC+01:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Japan to Germany

Use this route profile to plan a real call from Japan to Germany, including the exit code, destination country code, time difference, and local context.

From

Japan

Germany

Japan exit code: 010Germany calling code: +49Time difference: 8h destination behind

For dialing this route, callers in Japan usually start with 010 or the plus sign, then dial +49 before the local Germany number.

Japan's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+09:00, while Germany's is UTC+01:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 17:00-23:59 or 00:00-02:00.

Dialing from Japan

Japan callers are represented by JP/JPN, with Tokyo as a capital reference point, Eastern Asia, 123M people, Japanese yen (¥), and primary language context of Japanese.

Origin exit prefix: 010 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +81. Origin time zones: UTC+09:00.

Germany dialing details

Germany is represented here by DE/DEU, Berlin, Western Europe, about 83M people, Euro (€), and primary language context of German.

Destination calling code: +49. Destination time zones: UTC+01:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Japan to Germany call planning

This route combines Japan's outbound dialing rules with Germany's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 8h destination behind, and the recommended origin-time window is 17:00-23:59 or 00:00-02:00.

Dialing sequence: 010 49 local number. Business-hour window: 17:00-23:59 or 00:00-02:00. Time relationship: 8h destination behind.

Destination market: Germany is in Western Europe, with Berlin as a main administrative center. Calls from Japan may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 83M. Primary language context: German. Local billing and everyday prices use Euro (€).

Route context: Japan is listed in Eastern Asia with a population of about 123M; Germany is listed in Western Europe with about 83M. The main listed languages differ: Japan (Japanese) and Germany (German). Currency context also changes across the route: Japanese yen (¥) in Japan and Euro (€) in Germany.

From Japan, the conventional international prefix is 010; mobile callers can usually use +, then +49, then the Germany local number.Tokyo to Berlin has a 8h destination behind time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Germany language context: German. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Germany, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Germany

37 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Bad Homburg	49-6172	+49-6172 [local number]
Berlin	49-30	+49-30 [local number]
Bonn	49-228	+49-228 [local number]
Bremen	49-421	+49-421 [local number]
Chemnitz	49-371	+49-371 [local number]
Cologne (Koln)	49-221	+49-221 [local number]
Cottbus	49-355	+49-355 [local number]
Darmstadt	49-6151	+49-6151 [local number]
Dresden	49-351	+49-351 [local number]
Dusseldorf	49-211	+49-211 [local number]
Erfurt	49-361	+49-361 [local number]
Essen	49-201	+49-201 [local number]
Frankfurt am Main (west)	49-69	+49-69 [local number]
Frankfurt an der Oder (east)	49-335	+49-335 [local number]
Gera	49-365	+49-365 [local number]
Halle	49-345	+49-345 [local number]
Hamburg	49-40	+49-40 [local number]
Hanover	49-511	+49-511 [local number]
Heidelberg	49-6221	+49-6221 [local number]
Karl-Stadt	49-9353	+49-9353 [local number]
Kiel	49-431	+49-431 [local number]
Koblenz	49-261	+49-261 [local number]
Leipzig	49-341	+49-341 [local number]
Magdeburg	49-391	+49-391 [local number]
Mannheim	49-621	+49-621 [local number]
Mobile Phones	49-172	+49-172 [local number]
Mobile Phones	49-173	+49-173 [local number]
Mobile Phones	49-17	+49-17 [local number]
Munich	49-89	+49-89 [local number]
Neubrandenburg	49-395	+49-395 [local number]
Nurnberg	49-911	+49-911 [local number]
Potsdam	49-331	+49-331 [local number]
Rostock	49-381	+49-381 [local number]
Saal	49-38223	+49-38223 [local number]
Schwerin	49-385	+49-385 [local number]
Stuttgart	49-711	+49-711 [local number]
Wiesbaden	49-611	+49-611 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.