Japan virtual phone numbers — buy a Tokyo, Osaka or Kyoto DID
Get a real Japanese virtual phone number — Tokyo 3, Osaka 6, Kyoto 75, Yokohama 45 — plus VoIP 050, Navi-Dial 0570, and toll-free 0120. Japan's MIC regulator requires KYC. From $2.00/month, activation in 1-5 business days.
What is a Japan virtual phone number?
A Japanese virtual phone number is a real Japan DID delivered over SIP. Japan's numbering is regulated by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC). Tokyo uses single-digit 3; Osaka 6; smaller cities use 2-3 digit codes (Kyoto 75, Fukuoka 92).
MIC requires KYC — proof of identity and a Japanese address (residential, business, or registered Japanese agent). The non-geographic 050 IP-phone range has lighter requirements and is the easiest Japanese number type to obtain.
Common reasons businesses get a Japan virtual phone number:
- APAC market entry — Tokyo 03 numbers signal trust to Japanese B2B.
- Lightweight 050 VoIP — easier KYC, common for SaaS targeting Japan.
- Toll-free 0120 — free for Japanese callers, standard for customer service.
- Navi-Dial 0570 — national rate for service hotlines.
Japan number types
Japan distinguishes geographic city numbers, IP-phone 050, Navi-Dial 0570, and toll-free 0120.
| Prefix | Type | What it means | Caller cost | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3, 6, 75, 92 … | Geographic | Tied to a Japanese city. | Standard local rate | $2.00/mo |
050 | IP phone (VoIP) | Non-geographic, lighter KYC. | Standard rate | $1.50/mo |
0570 | Navi-Dial (national) | National rate, often used for service hotlines. | National rate | $5.00/mo |
0120 | Toll-free | Free for Japanese callers; you pay per minute. | Free | $10.00/mo + usage |
Japan cities and area codes
DIDHub stocks Japanese numbers in major metros:
Japan virtual phone number pricing
Flat monthly per-number. $0 setup once paperwork approved.
| Number type | Example | Monthly | Setup | Per-min (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geographic (any city) | +81 3 XXXX XXXX (Tokyo) | from $2.00/mo | $0 | $0.012 |
| VoIP 050 | +81 50 XXXX XXXX | from $1.50/mo | $0 | $0.012 |
| Toll-free 0120 | 0120 XXX XXX | from $10.00/mo | $0 | $0.06 |
Outbound (2-way voice) — Pair any Japanese number with outbound termination — calls show your Japanese Caller ID. Outbound from $0.020/min to landline, $0.10/min to mobile.
Compatible with any VoIP system, AI voice platform, or browser
Numbers from DIDHub are delivered over standard SIP and work with every major business phone system, AI voice platform, and softphone — no proprietary gateway, no special hardware, no licensing.
Japan number activation and regulation
Japan's regulator MIC requires KYC — proof of identity and a Japanese address (residential, business, or registered agent). Geographic numbers have stricter requirements; the 050 IP-phone range is easier and faster to activate. DIDHub shows the documents required clearly before purchase.
Port your existing Japan number to DIDHub
Existing Japanese number? Port it to DIDHub. Standard MIC portability via NTT/KDDI/SoftBank.
- Geographic: typically 4-8 weeks (longer than most countries)
- 050 IP-phone: 2-4 weeks
- 0120 toll-free: 3-6 weeks
- Required documents: Japanese phone bill + LOA + Japanese ID/business registration
- Cost: $30 port-in fee per number
Japan virtual phone number FAQ
Do I need to be in Japan to buy a Japanese virtual phone number?
KYC required. MIC requires proof of identity and a Japanese address (residential, business, or registered Japanese agent). The 050 IP-phone range has lighter requirements and is the easiest Japanese number type to obtain for non-residents.
How much does a Japanese virtual phone number cost?
Geographic Japanese numbers from $2.00/month USD. VoIP 050 from $1.50/month. Toll-free 0120 from $10.00/month plus per-minute. $0 setup once paperwork approved.
What is 050 in Japan?
050 is Japan's non-geographic IP-phone (VoIP) range. It's not tied to a Tokyo/Osaka/etc. city, has lighter KYC requirements, and is widely accepted by Japanese consumers as a legitimate business number. Most popular choice for SaaS and AI-voice deployments targeting Japan.
Can I use a Japanese virtual number with Teams?
Yes — Japanese numbers from DIDHub work with Teams Direct Routing via DIDHub's managed Teams SBC or BYO-SBC. Microsoft Calling Plans coverage in Japan is limited; Direct Routing is the common path.
Can I send SMS on a Japanese virtual number?
SMS in Japan is limited. Inbound SMS works on most numbers; outbound SMS requires sender-ID registration and is more restricted than in the US/UK.
Can I port my existing Japanese number to DIDHub?
Yes. Geographic, 050, and 0120 numbers are portable. Port times 2-8 weeks (Japan is slower than most due to MIC processes). Documents: phone bill + LOA + Japanese ID/business registration. $30 port-in fee.
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Live Japan inventory. From $2.00/month. Activation in 1-5 business days after KYC.