How to call Japan from Indonesia
- From mobile
- +81 x xxxx xxxx
- From landline
- carrier code + 81 x xxxx xxxx
From $0.07/min in your browser, no plan needed
How to dial Japan from Indonesia
How to make a call to Japan from Indonesia: dial the exit code, the country code, and the number
- Fails
- 001 81 03 xxxx xxxx
- Works
- 001 81 3 xxxx xxxx
- +From a mobile
- 81Country code of Japan
- x xxxx xxxxThe number, area code first
- IM3 Ooredoo01016 81
- Telkomsel001 81
Paste or type a number here to see how to dial it from anywhere
Example: +81 3 1234 5678
- Mobile
- +81 3 1234 5678
Main area codes in Japan
The area code comes right after 81, then the local number
- Tokyo+813then 8 digits
- Yokohama+8145then 7 digits
- Osaka+816then 8 digits
- Nagoya+8152then 7 digits
- Sapporo+8111then 7 digits
- Fukuoka+8192then 7 digits
- Kawasaki+8144then 7 digits
- Kobe+8178then 7 digits
Before you call Japan
Dial Osaka, Nagoya, and Sapporo
Each city code plus its local digits makes a 9-digit number. Osaka takes 8 more digits; Nagoya and Sapporo take 7.
- Osaka001 81 6
- Nagoya001 81 52
- Sapporo001 81 11
Reach Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Sendai
Each of these cities takes 7 more digits after its code.
- Kyoto001 81 75
- Hiroshima001 81 82
- Sendai001 81 22
Call a Japan toll free number
To call a Japan toll free number from Indonesia, dial +81 from a mobile, then the number without its 0.
Calling Japan from Indonesia without an international plan
Suparelay calls Japan for $0.07/min from your browser, with no plan. Without one, carriers in Indonesia charge up to $0.47/min. Neither IM3 Ooredoo nor Telkomsel includes Japan in a plan, so each call to Japan is billed by the minute.
| Carrier | Per minute |
|---|---|
SuparelayNo plan neededUp to 6× cheaper | $0.07 landline$0.09 mobile |
 | $0.47 |
 | $0.42 + tax with access code 001 |
Want to call Japan?
Type the number and call from your browser, with no app and no plan
When to call Japan
The time now in Japan, and the best hours to call. Mind the time difference: Japan is 2 hours ahead, so 8:00 in Japan is 6:00 in Jakarta.
- Time difference
- All year: 2 hours ahead of Jakarta
- Daylight saving time
- None, the clocks never change
Why a call to Japan fails
Telkomsel has a second access code
A Telkomsel call abroad can start with the access code 01019 in place of 001. Dial 01019, the country code, then the number.
Telkomsel, Other SLI TariffTelkomsel bills non-package 001/008 calls in 60-second units
Telkomsel counts a non-package call that starts with 001 or 008 in units of 60 seconds. Each unit has its own charge.
Telkomsel, Other SLI TariffAn imported phone needs IMEI registration
A phone brought into Indonesia must have its IMEI registered before it can use Indonesian cellular networks. A phone on a foreign SIM with roaming is exempt. A tourist can register through an operator for up to 90 days.
Bea Cukai, FAQ registrasi IMEIFrom any country, a call to Japan also fails when
- The 0 is still in the number
- The exit code is wrong for your country
Questions
How do I call Japan from Indonesia cell phone or mobile?
Dial +81, then the number. It works from any mobile in Indonesia
Are calls to Japan included in Indonesia phone plans?
Not on most plans. No carrier in Indonesia that we checked includes Japan in a plan
How much does it cost to call Japan from Indonesia?
With no plan, carriers in Indonesia charge up to $0.47 a minute. Suparelay charges each started minute, from your browser
How to call Tokyo from Indonesia?
For Tokyo, dial +81 3, then the 8-digit local number
How do I dial a +81 number?
Press and hold 0 until + appears, then dial 81 and the number
How to call Japan landline from Indonesia?
From a landline in Indonesia, dial your carrier's code, then 81 and the number: 01016 with IM3 Ooredoo and 001 with Telkomsel
Can I call Japan on my iPhone?
Yes. In the Phone app, press and hold 0 for +, then dial 81 and the number. Your plan must allow calls to Japan
Why isn't my call going through to Japan?
The usual causes: the 0 is still in the number and the exit code is wrong for your country. Each one is listed above, with a link to its fix
Is a free call to Japan possible, and how to call Japan from Indonesia for free?
An app calls for free only when both sides have it. A call to a landline, or to a phone without the app, costs money
How to call Japan from Indonesia on WhatsApp?
WhatsApp and FaceTime call for free, but only someone with the same app. To ring a landline or a phone in Japan without the app, use your phone plan, a calling service, or Suparelay
How to make an international call to Japan, including calling Japan cell phones?
Dial +81, then the number. From a mobile, +81 works too
How much does IM3 Ooredoo charge to call Japan?
IM3 Ooredoo charges $0.47 a minute to a landline in Japan and $0.47 to a mobile
How much does Telkomsel charge to call Japan?
Telkomsel charges $0.42 a minute to a landline in Japan and $0.42 to a mobile
When is the best time to call Japan?
Call between 8:00 and 22:00 in Japan. All year: 2 hours ahead of Jakarta