Japan Country Code: +81
To call Japan from another country, dial your exit code, then 81, then the local number. If the local number starts with 0, drop that 0 after the country code.
How to call Japan
| Calling from | Dial |
|---|---|
| USA or Canada | 011 81 + local number |
| United Kingdom, Europe and most countries | 00 81 + local number |
| Australia | 0011 81 + local number |
| Any mobile phone | +81 + local number |
In international (E.164) format, which most apps and sign-up forms expect, a Japan number is written as +81 followed by the number with no spaces or leading 0.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the country code of Japan?
The country code of Japan is +81. Dial it before the local number when calling from abroad.
How do I call Japan from the USA?
From the USA dial 011 81 + local number. From a mobile phone you can type +81 followed by the local number without its leading 0.
Which country uses +81?
+81 is the calling code of Japan.
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