International dialing guide
Japan country code (+81)
The international country code for Japan is +81. Use this prefix after your exit code when calling Japan from another country, or dial the full E.164 number (+81…) with Ringvoo from your browser.
What is the Japan country code?
Country code +81 identifies phone numbers registered in Japan. When you call from abroad, you dial your international access code (00 in most countries, 011 from the US/Canada), then 81, then the local number. With Ringvoo, paste the full number including +81 and we handle the routing.
How to dial Japan from abroad
- Dial your international exit code (00 in most countries, 011 from the US/Canada).
- Enter Japan's country code 81.
- Add the local phone number, dropping any leading trunk zero if your carrier requires it.
- Or open Ringvoo, paste the full E.164 number (+81…), and call from your browser.
Example numbers for Japan
Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Japan?
The international dialing code for Japan is +81. Include it after your exit code when calling from abroad.
How do I call Japan from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code), then 81, then the local number. Or use Ringvoo and enter the full +81 number in your browser.
Can I call Japan without downloading an app?
Yes. Ringvoo runs in Chrome, Safari, or Edge and connects to real phone numbers in Japan — no app install required.
Do I need to drop the leading zero when dialing Japan?
When using the international format (+81), omit any leading 0 from the local number. Ringvoo accepts E.164 numbers directly.