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Call Japan from Hong Kong
Connect with friends, family, and businesses in Japan from Hong Kong at the lowest rates. Make cheap, reliable calls from web browsers, iPhone, or Android devices.
Calling Japan from Hong Kong
Save up to 90% compared to traditional providers!
Two Ways to Call Japan from Hong Kong
The Traditional Way (Not Recommended)
Calling Japan from Hong Kong using traditional phone carriers is typically:
- Expensive - High per-minute rates with hidden fees and connection charges
- Complicated - Requires international access codes, country codes, and specific dialing formats
- Inconsistent - Call quality often suffers with echoes, delays, and disconnections
The ZippCall Way (Recommended)
With ZippCall, calling Japan from Hong Kong is simple, affordable, and high-quality:
- 1Sign up for a ZippCall account (takes less than a minute)
- 2Add credit to your account
- 3Simply enter the full international number with country code (+81)
- 4Enjoy crystal clear calls at the lowest rates!
With ZippCall, there's no need to worry about international access codes or complex dialing patterns!
Best Time to Call Japan from Hong Kong
When calling internationally, it's important to consider time zone differences to ensure you're calling at a convenient time.
Time Zone in Hong Kong:
HKT (UTC+8)
Time Zone in Japan:
JST (UTC+9)
Consider business hours (9am-5pm) in Japan for business calls. For personal calls, evenings and weekends are usually best, avoiding very late hours.
When calling Hong Kong (UTC+8), schedule calls during their business hours of 9 AM to 6 PM, which corresponds to 1 AM to 10 AM UTC or 8 PM to 5 AM EST (UTC-5). Hong Kong does not observe daylight saving time, so the time difference remains constant year-round, making it easier to plan consistent call schedules. Japan operates on Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) year-round with no daylight saving time changes. For the best chance of reaching someone during business hours (9 AM-6 PM JST), call between 5 PM-2 AM UTC the previous day, and remember that Japan is typically 13-17 hours ahead of US time zones depending on your location and DST observance.
Cheap Calls from Hong Kong to Japan with ZippCall
Unbeatable Cheap Rates
Save up to 90% compared to traditional carriers when calling Japan from Hong Kong. Pay only for what you use with no hidden fees.
Crystal Clear Quality
Experience HD voice quality on your international calls. Our advanced technology ensures you hear every word clearly.
Multi-Platform Access
Call from web browsers, iPhone, or Android devices. Choose the platform that works best for you.
About Hong Kong 🇭🇰
Languages:
Cantonese, English
Business Information:
Hong Kong maintains a fast-paced, highly professional business culture influenced by both Chinese and British traditions, with punctuality and efficiency highly valued. Most businesses operate Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, though many offices and retail establishments also open on Saturdays, and the city's international nature means some sectors work extended hours to accommodate global time zones.
Major Cities:
- Central
- Kowloon
- Tsuen Wan
About Japan 🇯🇵
Languages:
Japanese
Business Information:
In Japan, businesses typically operate Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, though many employees work longer hours due to a strong culture of dedication and group harmony. Japanese business culture emphasizes respect, hierarchy, and formal etiquette, with practices like exchanging business cards with both hands and bowing being essential parts of professional interactions.
Major Cities:
- Tokyo
- Osaka
- Kyoto
Frequently Asked Questions
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