Dialling Code for Japan

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International dialling code +81

How to call Japan from abroad

1Dial your exit code (00, 011 from US/Canada, or +)
2Dial +81 (Japan country code)
3Dial the local number (remove any leading 0)
Example: +81 2 1234 5678

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

The international dialling code for Japan is +81. To call Japan from the UK, dial 00 then 81, followed by the local number. From the US or Canada, dial 011 then 81. On a mobile phone you can simply dial +81 directly.

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Calling Japan — FAQ

What is the international dialling code for Japan?

The dialling code for Japan is +81.

How do I call Japan from the UK?

To call Japan from the UK, dial 00 81 followed by the local number (drop any leading 0).

How do I call Japan from the US?

To call Japan from the US, dial 011 81 followed by the local number.

Do other countries share the +81 dialling code?

No — +81 is used exclusively by Japan.

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