Flat Iron Usage in Japan
Can anyone tell me if I need an adapter/converter to use a flat iron in Japan?
I have read conflicting things on the internet. Thanks in advance, Denise |
Unless you have a dual-voltage travel iron, the voltage will be different. The iron will still work, but not as efficiently.
As for the plug, if your iron has a US 2-prong plug, you'll be fine. A US 3-prong plug will need an adapter. No need for anything fancy; your local hardware store has an adapter with a 3-prong plug intake and 2-prong outlet. |
Cell phones, computers, cameras, these items usually are dual voltage. Hair products... not so much. I ruined a curling iron that I tried using in Italy once. I purchased an inexpensive iron in Europe that I can use there and also in Thailand.
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Thank you for your feedback!
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Japan uses 100V, which is slightly lower and close to the US. Unlike rest of Asia or most of the world at 220-240V.
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You checked and your lodging doesn't have an iron and ironing board available for guests? Or you are moving to Japan? Or you are picky about what iron you use?
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MRWUNRFL....you jest! She is ironing her hair not her shirt. I bet she would use the hotel iron on her shirt.
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Yes, I jest! :-[
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gee, I must be getting really old - I didn't realize it was for the hair....
I remember one of my girlfriends using a regular iron on her hair - probably before the flat iron was invented....;-) |
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