How to Call Philippines from Japan
Learn how to call from Japan to Philippines with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.38/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call Philippines from Japan
The cheapest way to call Philippines from Japan is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.38 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 Philippines
To make a call, dial the exit code (010), followed by the country code (63), 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 $0.38 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇯🇵 Japan to 🇵🇠Philippines
- 1
Dial the exit code: 010
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from Japan.
- 2
Dial Philippines's country code: 63
The country code for Philippines is +63.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: +63 917 123 4567
- Landline: +63 2 8123 4567
Cheap Calls from Japan to Philippines
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from Japan to Philippines starting at $0.38/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 $0.38/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇯🇵 Japan Carrier Rates to 🇵🇠Philippines
- 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 🇵🇠Philippines
Recommended Calling Hours
- • For consumers, avoid calls before 09:00 and after 20:00 Philippine time unless prearranged
- • Business contacts are typically reachable Monday to Friday, 09:00 17:00, excluding local holidays
Calling Etiquette in Philippines
- • Open with a polite greeting and address the person as Sir or Maam or by their title and surname
- • Confirm if it is a good time to talk, especially for sales or support follow ups
- • English and Filipino are widely spoken; switch language only if both parties are comfortable
- • For business, be concise, state your organization and purpose early, and summarize next steps
Reaching 🇵🇠Philippines via Apps
- • WhatsApp, Viber, Facebook Messenger, and similar apps are common for personal and small business calls
- • Many users rely on mobile data rather than fixed broadband; call quality can vary by location and time
- • Some corporate environments may restrict app based calling on office networks for security reasons
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 🇵🇠Philippines
- 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 🇵🇠Philippines from 🇯🇵 Japan
How do I call from Japan to Philippines?
Dial 010 (exit code) + 63 (Philippines country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from Japan to Philippines?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.38/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for Philippines?
The country code for Philippines is +63. When calling from Japan, dial 010 63 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.