How to Call Japan
Landline from $0.17/min · Mobile from $0.41/min — from your browser, no app needed
Standard rate
Dialing Japan (+81): the short answer
Leave out the leading 0 of the domestic number. The +81 country code replaces it.
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +81 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for Japan
Live rates in USD, pulled from carrier pricing. The same rate applies wherever you call from.
How much will my call cost?
| Duration | Landline | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| 5 min | $0.86 | $2.05 |
| 10 min | $1.71 | $4.10 |
| 15 min | $2.56 | $6.15 |
| 30 min | $5.11 | $12.30 |
All rates are in USD. Calls are billed per minute and rounded up to the next minute. No connection fees or hidden charges. Your first call is free.
Best time to call Japan
Japan is on Japan Standard Time (JST), UTC+9. To reach people between 9 AM and 8 PM their time:
| If you are in | Time difference | 9 AM your time is | Call between |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | +14 h | 11:00 PM | 7:00 PM to 6:00 AM |
| Los Angeles | +17 h | 2:00 AM | 4:00 PM to 3:00 AM |
| London | +9 h | 6:00 PM | 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial Japan
- Drop the 0: Tokyo 03 becomes +81 3, and a mobile 090 becomes +81 90.
- Mobiles start with 070, 080 or 090. Numbers starting 050 are IP phones, and 0120 or 0800 numbers are domestic toll-free lines that cannot be reached from abroad.
- Japan is UTC+9 all year with no daylight saving.
Why call Japan with BoraPhone?
- No app needed — call directly from your browser on any device
- Pay as you go — no contracts, no monthly subscriptions
- HD voice quality powered by enterprise-grade infrastructure
- Call landlines in Japan for $0.17/min — standard rate compared to traditional carriers
- Japan has a single time zone. Mobile numbers start with 070, 080, or 090. Drop the leading 0 when using +81.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call Japan from the US?
From a US landline or mobile, dial 011, then 81, then the Japan number without its leading 0. From a mobile you can also dial +81 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +81 and the number and press call.
How do I call Japan from the UK?
From the UK dial 00, then 81, then the Japan number without its leading 0. From a mobile, +81 and the number works from anywhere. BoraPhone charges the same rate whether you call from the UK, the US or anywhere else.
How much does it cost to call Japan?
Calls to Japan start at $0.17 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.17/min and mobile rates are $0.41/min. Calls are billed per minute, rounded up to the next minute, with no connection fee and no subscription.
Is it cheaper to call a landline or a mobile in Japan?
Calling a landline is cheaper. Landlines are $0.17/min and mobiles $0.41/min, so a 10-minute call costs $1.71 to a landline and $4.10 to a mobile.
Do I need an app to call Japan?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling Japan in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for Japan?
The country code for Japan is +81. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is Japan in?
Japan is in Japan Standard Time (JST), UTC+9. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 11:00 PM in Japan; when it is 9 AM in London it is 6:00 PM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.