How to Call Australia from Japan
Learn how to call from Japan to Australia with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.04/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call Australia from Japan
The cheapest way to call Australia from Japan is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.04 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
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How to Call from Japan to Australia
To make a call, dial the exit code (010), followed by the country code (61), 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 $0.04 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇯🇵 Japan to 🇦🇺 Australia
- 1
Dial the exit code: 010
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from Japan.
- 2
Dial Australia's country code: 61
The country code for Australia is +61.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 04 12 345 678
- Landline: 02 9012 3456
Cheap Calls from Japan to Australia
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from Japan to Australia starting at $0.04/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 $0.04/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇯🇵 Japan Carrier Rates to 🇦🇺 Australia
- NTT Docomo$0.50-2.50
- KDDI au$0.40-2.20
- SoftBank$0.40-2.00
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Best Time to Call 🇦🇺 Australia
Recommended Calling Hours
- • Avoid unsolicited calls before 8:00 and after 8:00 pm on weekdays, and before 9:00 and after 5:00 pm on weekends local Australian time.
- • Public holidays vary by state; avoid non urgent business or sales calls on major national and state holidays.
Calling Etiquette in Australia
- • Use a polite, direct greeting such as Hello, this is [name] calling from [company].
- • For business calls, be punctual and respect scheduled times; Australians value straightforward communication.
- • Address people by first name in most business contexts unless they use a title or formal address.
- • Explain the purpose of the call briefly and allow the other party to opt to continue or reschedule.
Reaching 🇦🇺 Australia via Apps
- • WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom, Microsoft Teams and similar apps are widely used for personal and business calls.
- • Most Australians have reliable mobile data or broadband, so VOIP calls are generally feasible.
- • Some older users may prefer traditional voice calls or landlines; offer alternatives if app use is unclear.
International Calling Requirements in 🇯🇵 Japan
- • Ensure international calling (IDD) is enabled on your mobile or fixed line; some plans block IDD by default.
- • Dial carrier selection code (optional) + 010 + country code + number, or use + on mobiles.
- • Prepaid SIMs may restrict IDD or require identity verification and sufficient balance before calling abroad.
- • Corporate and hotel PBXs may require a prefix (often 0 or 9) before 010 or + for external lines.
- • VoIP and app based calls usually only need data access; no 010 prefix or IDD option required.
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇦🇺 Australia
- The number you have dialed is not in service or cannot be connected. - Check that you used 010 or +, correct country code, and removed the foreign trunk 0 from the area or mobile code.
- Your call cannot be completed as dialed. Please contact your operator. - Verify that international calling is enabled on your line and that no spending or destination block is active.
- This service is not available from your line. - Prepaid or office lines may block IDD; use a calling card, VoIP app, or request IDD activation from the provider.
FAQs: Calling 🇦🇺 Australia from 🇯🇵 Japan
How do I call from Japan to Australia?
Dial 010 (exit code) + 61 (Australia country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from Japan to Australia?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.04/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for Australia?
The country code for Australia is +61. When calling from Japan, dial 010 61 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from Japan?
Dial optional carrier code (e.g., 0033) + 010 + country code + area or mobile code without its leading 0 + local number, or use + on mobiles instead of 010.
Is it cheaper to roam with my foreign SIM or use Wi Fi and VoIP while in Japan?
Roaming voice can be expensive; using Wi Fi or local data with apps like LINE, WhatsApp, or Skype is usually cheaper for long or frequent calls.
How much do international calls from Japan cost?
Rates vary by carrier and destination but are often around USD 0.40 to 2.50 per minute; check your plan or consider discount options or apps for lower costs.