You need a plug adapter
Your plugs from Japan (types A and B) don’t fit the sockets in India (types C, D and M). Take an adapter to type D.
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Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: different from home
India has 230 V, Japan has 100 V. Devices with a 100–240 V power supply (chargers, laptops) work; others need a voltage converter.
Frequency: different
India uses 50 Hz, Japan uses 50/60 Hz. It makes no difference to chargers and electronics; clocks and some motor-driven appliances may behave differently.
- from: Japan
- to: India
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type A | CDM | doesn’t fit |
| Type B | CDM | doesn’t fit |
- Japan
- 100 V · 50/60 Hz
- India
- 230 V · 50 Hz
Sockets are usually type D or combined D/M; many also accept Europlugs. Voltage fluctuations are common, so a surge protector is a good idea.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter from Japan to India?
You need a plug adapter. Your plugs from Japan (types A and B) don’t fit the sockets in India (types C, D and M). Take an adapter to type D.
Do I need a voltage converter from Japan to India?
Voltage: different from home. India has 230 V, Japan has 100 V. Devices with a 100–240 V power supply (chargers, laptops) work; others need a voltage converter.