How to Call Japan
Calling Japan: [exit code] 81 [local number].
Japan Country Code: +81
Quick answer
To call Japan, dial your international exit code, then 81, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +81 90 1234 5678. Calls cost from ~$0.15 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 81 90 1234 5678
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+81
Japan's international calling code
Local number
90 1234 5678
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+81 90 1234 5678
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Japan 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 Japan - whether you’re calling Tokyo or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Japan from anywhere in the world
Dial your country's exit code
Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).
Add Japan's country code
Dial the country code +81 for Japan.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Japan (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 81 [local number] - For example: 00 81 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Japan →Calling Japan: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+81
Cost to Call Japan
~$0.15/min landline, ~$0.37/min mobile
Capital of Japan
Tokyo
Region
Asia (Eastern Asia)
Currency of Japan
Japanese yen (¥)
Japan Time Zones
UTC+09:00
Current time
Your time
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Japan
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Japan is --
City & Area Codes for Japan
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Cell Phones | 81-090 + eight digit num |
| Nagoya | 81-52 |
| Naha | 81-98 |
| Okinawa | 81-98 |
| Osaka | 81-66 |
| PHS phones | 81-070 + eight digit num |
| Sapporo | 81-11 |
| Sasebo | 81-956 |
| Seto | 81-561 |
| Tachikawa (Tokyo) | 81-425 |
| Tokyo | 81-3 |
| Urasoe | 81-98 |
| Yokohama | 81-45 |
| Yokosuka (Kanagawa) | 81-468 |
International Calling to Japan: FAQs
How do I call Japan from abroad?
To call Japan, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +81, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for Japan?
The country calling code for Japan is +81. To call Japan from abroad, dial +81 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Japan?
To make affordable calls to Japan from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +81 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.15 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Japan?
Calls to Japan cost ~$0.15 per minute to landlines and ~$0.37 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Japan →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Japan?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +81. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Japan phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Japan number, then dial +81. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
