How to Call Japan from Australia
Learn how to call from Australia to Japan with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.08/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call Japan from Australia
The cheapest way to call Japan from Australia is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.08 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
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How to Call from Australia to Japan
To make a call, dial the exit code (0011), followed by the country code (81), then the local number. HelloAirDial makes it simple - just enter the full number in your browser and we handle the formatting automatically. Rates start at $0.08 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇦🇺 Australia to 🇯🇵 Japan
- 1
Dial the exit code: 0011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from Australia.
- 2
Dial Japan's country code: 81
The country code for Japan is +81.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 090 1234 5678
- Landline: 03 1234 5678
Cheap Calls from Australia to Japan
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from Australia to Japan starting at $0.08/minute, up to 80% less than traditional international calling.
Traditional Calling
- • Carrier rates: $1-3/min
- • Calling cards: Hidden fees
- • Roaming: Expensive abroad
HelloAirDial
- • From $0.08/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇦🇺 Australia Carrier Rates to 🇯🇵 Japan
- Telstra$0.30-2.50
- Optus$0.20-2.00
- Vodafone Australia$0.20-1.80
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Best Time to Call 🇯🇵 Japan
Recommended Calling Hours
- • For consumers, avoid calls before 09:00 and after 20:00 local time, and avoid Sundays and national holidays for sales calls.
- • For business contacts, standard hours are roughly 09:00 to 18:00 on weekdays; avoid lunchtime around 12:00 to 13:00.
Calling Etiquette in Japan
- • Open with a polite greeting and your name/company; for business, confirm you are calling the right person and if it is a good time.
- • Use family name plus san (e.g., Tanaka san) in professional contexts unless invited to use given names.
- • Be concise and structured; state purpose early, avoid aggressive sales tactics, and allow the other party to decline.
- • Silence while listening is normal; avoid interrupting and confirm understanding briefly.
Reaching 🇯🇵 Japan via Apps
- • LINE is the dominant messaging and calling app; many people prefer it over voice calls from unknown numbers.
- • WhatsApp, Skype, FaceTime, and other VoIP apps are available but less universal than LINE for local contacts.
- • Corporate users may rely more on Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or similar tools for scheduled business calls.
International Calling Requirements in 🇦🇺 Australia
- • Ensure your mobile or landline plan includes international calling or IDD; many prepaid plans block it by default.
- • Dial 0011 or use the + sign before the destination country code when calling overseas.
- • For mobiles, enable international roaming if you plan to use your Australian SIM outside Australia.
- • Some providers require sufficient prepaid credit or an international add on before allowing IDD calls.
- • Business lines may have international barring; request your telecom admin or provider to lift it if needed.
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇯🇵 Japan
- Your call cannot be connected as dialed. - Check you used 0011 or +, included the correct country code, and removed any leading 0 from the area or mobile code.
- International calls are barred from this service. - Contact your provider or account admin to enable IDD, or add an international pack if on prepaid.
- Insufficient funds to complete this call. - Recharge your prepaid balance or ensure your postpaid account is in good standing and includes IDD.
FAQs: Calling 🇯🇵 Japan from 🇦🇺 Australia
How do I call from Australia to Japan?
Dial 0011 (exit code) + 81 (Japan country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from Australia to Japan?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.08/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for Japan?
The country code for Japan is +81. When calling from Australia, dial 0011 81 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from Australia?
Dial 0011 or use +, then the country code, then the area or mobile code without its leading 0, then the local number.
Should I use roaming or Wi Fi or VOIP when overseas with an Australian SIM?
Roaming is convenient but often costly; using Wi Fi and apps like WhatsApp or Skype is usually cheaper, especially for long calls.
How much do international calls from Australia cost?
Rates vary by carrier, plan and destination, roughly from USD 0.20 to over 2.00 per minute; check your providers IDD or pack rates before calling.