Japan phone numbers
Need a +81 number without being in Japan? ZuteSIP gives you a real Japanese mobile number on the public phone network, ready in minutes. Receive unlimited calls and SMS, send up to 500 texts and talk for 1,000 minutes every month — and keep the number as long as you like.
- Country code
- +81
- Number length
- 10 digits (mobile), 9 digits (local), 9 digits (toll-free)
- Main city
- Tokyo
- Capital
- Tokyo
- Language
- Japanese
- Currency
- JPY (¥) — you pay in USD stablecoins
- Number types
- Mobile, local, toll-free
- In stock now
- 32 numbers
- From
- $5.00 / month
Why get a Japan (+81) number
East Asian markets move quickly and customers expect immediate, local contact options before they commit.
A Japan number makes you look local in Tokyo and across the country, while you answer from your laptop, your mobile or a call-center dialer anywhere in the world.
Because it's a real number on the Japan telephone network, it works for normal calls and text messages — including one-time passcodes and verification SMS from apps and websites.
What's included with every Japan number
- Unlimited inbound texts to your Japan number
- 500 outbound SMS per month included
- 1,000 outbound calling minutes per month included
- Inbound calls without limits
- Per-number SIP credentials
- Call forwarding in one click
- Browser-based dialer
- Monthly renewal — the number stays yours
Works with WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, Google and more
Signing up to WhatsApp, Telegram or Google with a +81 number takes a minute: enter the number in the app, then read the code in your ZuteSIP dashboard as soon as it lands.
People use Japan numbers to run a separate business profile, keep a personal SIM private, or appear local to Japanese contacts. Acceptance is decided by each platform — and unused numbers are covered by our 7-day money-back promise.
Japan number types and prices
| Type | Monthly | Included | In stock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | $8.00/mo | Unlimited in-SMS & in-calls · 500 SMS · 1,000 min | 14 |
| Local | $5.00/mo | Unlimited in-SMS & in-calls · 500 SMS · 1,000 min | 13 |
| Toll-free | $12.00/mo | Unlimited in-SMS & in-calls · 500 SMS · 1,000 min | 5 |
Japan numbers available right now
Right now there are 32 Japan numbers ready to assign — 14 mobile, 13 local, 5 toll-free. Local numbers carry a Tokyo identity, mobile numbers sit on national mobile ranges, and toll-free numbers are free for callers anywhere in the country.
A few of today's numbers: +81 XX-1375-33XX (mobile); +81 XX932-47XX (local); +81 XX0-307-9XX (toll-free). The digits shown as XX are revealed the moment a number is assigned to your account.
Japan phone number format
Japan uses the country code +81. In international (E.164) format a Japan number is +81 followed by 9–10 digits — for example +81 XX-1375-33XX.
Once the number is yours, share it in the +81 format on your website, invoices and messaging profiles so it works for both Japanese and international contacts.
Calling Japan and caller ID
From the United States or Canada: dial 011 81 and the 9–10-digit number. From the UK, Europe, India and most other countries: dial 00 81 and the number. From any mobile phone, +81 works everywhere.
Your 1,000 monthly outgoing minutes can be used to call Japan or other destinations, with your +81 number displayed as caller ID.
How to get a Japan number
- Pick your Japan number and billing term (1, 3, 6 or 12 months).
- Pay from your ZuteSIP wallet — USDT or USDC on Tron, BNB Chain, Polygon, Base or Solana.
- Use it straight away for SMS, calls, WhatsApp and more.
Who uses Japan numbers
- Companies selling to customers in Tokyo
- Account verification for messaging and social apps
- Remote teams that need a Japan contact number
- Online stores and delivery services
- Privacy — a second number that keeps your personal SIM private
- Call centers dialling Japanese leads
Paying from Japan or anywhere else
Whether you earn in JPY or any other currency, you pay the same USD price in stablecoins — no FX markup, no card declines, no chargebacks.
7-day money-back guarantee
Every Japan number comes with a 7-day money-back guarantee. As long as the number hasn't been used for any call or SMS, one click in your dashboard returns the full amount to your wallet.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a real Japan phone number?
Yes — a genuine Japan number with the +81 country code. It rings and receives texts like any other Japanese line.
Can I use a Japan number for WhatsApp, Telegram or Instagram?
Yes. Enter your +81 number in the app and read the code in your dashboard. If an app won't accept it and you haven't used the number, you get a full refund within 7 days.
How much does a Japan phone number cost?
Japan numbers start at $5.00 per month (toll-free $12.00, mobile $8.00, local $5.00). Setup is free, and prepaying 3, 6 or 12 months saves 5–15%.
What's included with a Japan number?
Unlimited incoming SMS and calls, 500 outgoing SMS and 1,000 outgoing minutes per month, plus SIP credentials, call forwarding and the browser dialer.
Do I need to live in Japan to get a +81 number?
No — ZuteSIP customers use Japan numbers from all over the world. All you need is an email address to sign up.
How long can I keep my Japan number?
For as long as you want. It renews monthly from your wallet; keep auto-renew on and it stays yours. You can also prepay up to 12 months.
What is the country code for Japan?
The international dialing code for Japan is +81, followed by a 9–10-digit national number. From the US dial 011 81; from most other countries 00 81.
How many Japan numbers are available?
32 right now (14 mobile, 13 local, 5 toll-free). Stock changes daily — the list at the top of this page is live.
How quickly is the number activated?
Most numbers are activated within minutes of payment. The full number and SIP credentials appear in your dashboard as soon as it's live.
What if the number doesn't work for me?
You're covered by our 7-day money-back guarantee: if you haven't made or received any call or SMS on the number, request a refund from your dashboard — no questions asked.