Calling From Japan

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Calling Japan From the U.S.?

 

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Supported Network Technology

See the Verizon Wireless products that utilize the network technology supported in this destination for voice calls.

Select a technology to view compatible devices.

CDMA  Dual Band GSM    3G (High Speed Data) 
 

Rate Information

CDMA Standard Roaming Per Minute Rate: $1.99
CDMA Value Plan Roaming Per Minute Rate: $1.99

Text Messaging Rates
$0.50/address sent
$0.05/message received
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Coverage Maps

Check the roaming coverage maps below to determine which service will work best for your travels.
CDMA





GSM



This map reflects a depiction of approximate wireless coverage and does not guarantee service. Many factors, including customer's equipment, terrain, proximity to buildings, foliage and weather, may impact service. Coverage depicted is based on 3rd party network information and Verizon Wireless cannot ensure its accuracy. Above maps are not to be reproduced without written consent from Verizon Wireless.

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Additional Roaming Details

While in Japan, CDMA only devices can only receive text messages and picture/video messaging is not available.

While in Japan, only UMTS and CDMA devices can send and receive text/picture/video messages. GSM devices can only receive text messages.

City Coverage List

Customers with a specific phone number sequence may not be able to roam in Japan with their mobile device, due to network conflicts in Japan.

Check to see if your phone number sequence is excluded from roaming in Japan.
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Dialing Instructions

Placing  a Local Call to a Landline Number: 
0 + Area Code + Landline Number (e.g. 0 - 123 - 456 - 7890)

Placing a Local Call to a Mobile Number:
0 + Area Code + Mobile Number (e.g. 0 - 123 - 456 - 7890)

Placing an International Call to the Home Country:
001010 + 1 + Telephone Number

Placing an International Call to another Destination:
001010 + Country Code + Telephone Number

Placing an Emergency Call:
110 Police

119 Fire and Ambulance

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