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0120-762-840 phone number information

Basic Information

Number Type
Free Dial (0120)

Number overview

0120-762-840 is a Free Dial number (the 0120 prefix). It is reported as a sales call from a caller claiming to be TEPCO (Tokyo Electric Power) or one of its affiliates.

Reported behavior

  • Claims to be TEPCO or an affiliated organization and pitches an electricity-rate review or switch to a new plan
  • The caller may actually be unrelated to TEPCO
  • Tries to extract details about your usage or contract

Genuine power companies do not normally pressure customers into contract changes over the phone. If anything looks off, contact your current provider's official line directly.

How to handle this call

Even if the caller claims to be a power company, don't share contract or personal information. To verify whether a notice is genuine, call the number on the company's official website or your bill.

Where to report or get help

  • Consumer Hotline: 188
  • Police consultation line: #9110

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of call is 0120-762-840?

It is reported as a sales call impersonating TEPCO. To verify whether a call really came from your power company, contact the official line directly.

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