Calling Japan from Australia | Phone Card Choice

How to Call Japan from Australia

Make affordable, high-quality calls to Japan from Australia with Phone Card Choice. Follow our simple guide to connect with landlines and mobiles.

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How To Call A Landline In Japan

Step 1

Dial Australia's exit code: 0011

Step 2

Enter Japan's country code: 81

Step 3

Dial the 1-5 digit area code (e.g., 3 for Tokyo), dropping the leading '0'.

Step 4

Dial the local landline number.

0011 + 81 + Area Code + Landline Number

How To Call A Mobile In Japan

Step 1

Dial Australia's exit code: 0011

Step 2

Enter Japan's country code: 81

Step 3

Dial the mobile number (usually starting with 70, 80, or 90), dropping the leading '0'.

0011 + 81 + Mobile Number (e.g. 90...)

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Japan Area & Mobile Codes

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Tokyo

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Osaka

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Sapporo

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Sendai

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Yamagata

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Niigata

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Nagano

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Gunma

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Tochigi

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Ibaraki

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Hachioji (Tokyo)

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Chiba / Choshi

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Kawasaki

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Yokohama

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Funabashi / Ichikawa

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Kawaguchi (Saitama)

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Nagoya (Aichi)

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Gifu

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Osaka (additional)

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Sakai

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Kyoto

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Kanazawa

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Kobe

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Himeji

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Hiroshima

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Shimonoseki

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Matsuyama

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Okayama

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Takamatsu

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Kochi

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Number Type

Mobile Phones

Prefixes

70, 80, 90

Best Time to Call Japan from Australia

The time difference between Australia and Japan is minimal. This table shows the difference between Australian time zones and Japan Standard Time (JST).

If you're in... (AUS)	The time in Japan is... (JST)	Recommended Calling Window (Local AUS Time)
NSW, VIC, TAS, ACT (AEST)	1 hour behind	10 AM - 7 PM
QLD (AEST)	1 hour behind	10 AM - 7 PM
SA, NT (ACST)	30 minutes behind	9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
WA (AWST)	1 hour ahead	8 AM - 5 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I drop the '0' when calling Japan?

Yes. When calling from outside Japan, you must drop the leading '0' from the city area code or mobile phone prefix. For example, a Tokyo number written as 03 XXXX XXXX would be dialed as +81 3 XXXX XXXX.

What is the cheapest way to call Japan from Australia?

Using a prepaid phone card or a VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) service like the ones offered by Phone Card Choice is typically the most affordable way. These services offer much lower rates than direct dialing through major mobile or landline carriers.

Can I call a Japanese toll-free number from Australia?

Generally, no. Japanese toll-free numbers (usually starting with 0120) are typically not reachable from outside the country. You will need to find a standard local number for the company you wish to contact.

Do I need to dial the exit code (0011) if I use a phone card app?

It depends on the service. Many modern VoIP apps and services handle the exit code automatically. You can often start dialing with the country code (+81). However, if you are dialing from a landline using a calling card access number, you will likely still need to dial the full sequence.