Japan Calling Code: +81

Complete guide to calling Japan — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.

How to Call Japan from Abroad

About Japan Calling Code

Japan's international dialing code is +81. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Japan from another country. Japan is located in Asia.

Country calling codes (also known as ISD codes or dialing codes) are telephone numbering plan prefixes defined by ITU-T standards E.123 and E.164. Each country is assigned one or more unique prefixes to facilitate international direct dialing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the calling code for Japan?

The international calling code for Japan is +81.

How do I call Japan from the United States?

Dial 011 (US exit code) + +81 + local phone number.

How do I call Japan from the United Kingdom?

Dial 00 (UK exit code) + +81 + local phone number.

Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?

Yes! On mobile phones you can dial ++81 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.

How do I call within Japan?

If you're already in Japan, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +81 for domestic calls.

Japan Mobile Phone Prefixes

Mobile phone numbers in Japan typically use the following prefixes:

• 070
• 080
• 090 (11-digit mobile numbers)

Japan City / Area Codes

Major cities in Japan and their local area codes (dial these after the country code +81 when calling from abroad):

City	Area Code(s)
Tokyo	03
Osaka	06
Nagoya	052
Yokohama	045
Kyoto	075
Sapporo	011
Fukuoka	092
Kobe	078
Sendai	022
Hiroshima	082

Note: Drop any leading "0" when dialing from abroad. Example: London 020 becomes +44 20 + local number.

Other Countries in Asia

Nearby countries and their calling codes: