No plug adapter needed
Your plugs from Japan (types A and B) fit the sockets in Mexico (types A and B).
Travel
Japan Mexico
Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: no converter needed
Mexico has 127 V, Japan has 100 V – your devices work without a converter.
Frequency: different
Mexico uses 60 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: Mexico
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type A | AB | fits |
| Type B | AB | fits |
- Japan
- 100 V · 50/60 Hz
- Mexico
- 127 V · 60 Hz
Many older sockets are two-slot type A, so three-prong plugs may not fit. The nominal voltage is 127 V.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter from Japan to Mexico?
No plug adapter needed. Your plugs from Japan (types A and B) fit the sockets in Mexico (types A and B).
Do I need a voltage converter from Japan to Mexico?
Voltage: no converter needed. Mexico has 127 V, Japan has 100 V – your devices work without a converter.