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Who Called Me from +81 800? Japanese 0800 Numbers Explained - Toll-free (Free Call, receiver pays)

A number starting with +81 800 is the international format of a Japanese 0800 toll-free (Free Call) number. Like 0120, the receiving company pays for the call; the 0800 range was introduced as 0120 numbers ran short.

Converting +81 800 to 0800

+81 800-123-45670800-123-4567

Just replace +81 with 0 to get the local Japanese format.

About this number range

Number type
Toll-free (Free Call, receiver pays)
Region
Nationwide
Digits (domestic format)
11 digits

Who typically calls from this range?

Calls from 0800 include corporate support desks as well as telemarketing such as insurance-review and inspection-pretext pitches. The range is easy to confuse with 080 mobile numbers: an 11-digit number starting 080-0 is actually an 0800 toll-free number. Verify unknown callers before responding.

Before you call back

0800 is a domestic receiver-pays service, free for callers inside Japan. From overseas, check the company's official website for an international contact number instead.

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Frequently asked questions

Is +81 800 a mobile number?

No. +81 800 (domestic 0800) is a receiver-pays toll-free range, distinct from +81 80 (domestic 080) mobile numbers. An 11-digit number starting 080-0 is the 0800 toll-free range.

What is the difference between 0800 and 0120?

Both are receiver-pays toll-free ranges. 0800 was added later because 0120 numbers were running out; for callers they work essentially the same way.

Sources (official)

Primary sources verified: 2026-08-02

Related tools and guides

Number directory and spam reports for 0800 (Free Call)

Other +81 prefixes

Disclaimer

A number prefix only tells you the type of number - it does not identify the caller or guarantee that a call is safe. Caller IDs can also be spoofed.

The number you enter is processed entirely on your device and is never sent to any server.