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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

100V

Frequency

50Hz/60Hz

Plugs

A, B


Type A Plug
Type A Socket
Type A
Type B Plug
Type B Socket
Type B

Plugs & sockets in Congo (Congo-Kinshasa)

Voltage

220V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, D, E


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type D Plug
Type D Socket
Type D
Type E Plug
Type E Socket
Type E

Japan to Congo (Congo-Kinshasa): Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

Traveling from Japan to Congo (Congo-Kinshasa) means crossing into a different electrical system. Before you leave, take a moment to understand the plug types and voltage used in Congo (Congo-Kinshasa) so you can keep all your devices charged and ready.

There's no plug compatibility between Japan and Congo (Congo-Kinshasa). Japan devices use Type A/B connectors, while Congo (Congo-Kinshasa) sockets are Type C/D/E. An adapter is a must-have for this destination.

Voltage is another key difference. Japan uses 100V while Congo (Congo-Kinshasa) uses 220V. If your device only supports one voltage, using it with the wrong supply could cause overheating or permanent damage. Look for "Input: 100-240V" on your charger. Most modern phone and laptop chargers support this range.

Rather than packing bulky converters, consider buying travel-sized dual-voltage versions of appliances you can't live without. For phones and laptops, all you'll need is the right plug adapter since their chargers almost always support worldwide voltage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Japan uses Type A/B plugs and Congo (Congo-Kinshasa) uses Type C/D/E. Since these are incompatible, you will need a travel adapter.