JP
How to Call Japan from the United States
Country code +81 — Dial 011 81 90-XXXX-XXXX from a US landline or +81 90-XXXX-XXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 81, the country code of Japan.
- 3Dial the number: 10 digits for mobiles and 9 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Japan.
| Calling a… | Written in Japan | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 090-XXXX-XXXX |
011 81 90-XXXX-XXXX |
+81 90-XXXX-XXXX |
| Landline (Tokyo) | 03-XXXX-XXXX |
011 81 3-XXXX-XXXX |
+81 3-XXXX-XXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 060, 070, 080 or 090. More number types: Japan phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Japan had 178 mobile subscriptions and 47.7 landlines per 100 people in 2023. Landlines are still common, which matters because many US plans charge different rates for landlines and mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Japan
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Tokyo, call between 7:00 PM–6:00 AM EST (4:00 PM–3:00 AM PST). Japan doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Japan is on UTC+9, 14 hours ahead of US Eastern Time right now.
Cost Saving Tips
- VoIP services such as Google Voice or Vonage usually charge less per minute than a carrier's standard international rate.
- WiFi calling apps (WhatsApp, Viber, FaceTime) are free when both parties have the app.
- Check your carrier's international plan — many offer add-on packages.
Time Difference
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I call Japan from the US?
Do I dial the 0 when calling Japan from abroad?
How many digits is a phone number in Japan?
What time should I call Japan from the US?
How do people in Japan call the US?
How much does it cost to call Japan?
- Mariana Island +1670
- Guadeloupe +590
- South Korea +82
- North Korea +850
- Micronesia +691
- Palau +680