Which Japanese game consoles work in Germany?
As of 2026-10-24, we checked 19 game consoles sold in Japan. In Germany (230V, 50Hz, Type C/F outlets): 1 work as is, 6 need an accessory, 4 will not work, 8 still pending.
Voltage 230V · Frequency 50Hz · Outlets Type C/F — Germany uses European round-pin Type C/F outlets.
Works as is (1)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Interactive Entertainment CFIJ-18000 | TBD | JP¥36,276 ≈ €207 | USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter |
Needs an accessory (6)
Reasons:
- Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter (6)
- Japan-only edition: system language is Japanese only and accounts must be Japan-region; no other interface languages or non-Japan eShops (2)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nintendo HEG-S-KAAAA | 100–240V · A | JP¥46,311 ≈ €264 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| Nintendo HAD-S-KABAH | 100–240V · A | JP¥40,299 ≈ €230 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| Nintendo BEE-S-KB6CA | 100–240V · A | JP¥54,358 ≈ €310 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter Japan-only edition: system language is Japanese only and accounts must be Japan-region; no other interface languages or non-Japan eShops |
| Nintendo HDH-S-GAZAA | 100–240V · A | JP¥27,400 ≈ €156 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| Nintendo BEE-S-KB6PE | 100–240V · A | JP¥57,399 ≈ €327 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter Japan-only edition: system language is Japanese only and accounts must be Japan-region; no other interface languages or non-Japan eShops |
| Nintendo BEE-S-KB6AA | 100–240V · A | JP¥69,980 ≈ €399 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
Will not work (4)
Reasons:
- Voltage not compatible: the rated voltage doesn't cover the local voltage (e.g. a Japan-only 100V model on 200–240V will burn out); transformers are not recommended for high-wattage appliances (4)
- Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter (4)
- Japan-only edition: system language is Japanese only and accounts must be Japan-region; no other interface languages or non-Japan eShops (1)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Interactive Entertainment CFI-2200B01 | 100V · A | JP¥53,878 ≈ €307 | Voltage not compatible: the rated voltage doesn't cover the local voltage (e.g. a Japan-only 100V model on 200–240V will burn out); transformers are not recommended for high-wattage appliances Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter Japan-only edition: system language is Japanese only and accounts must be Japan-region; no other interface languages or non-Japan eShops |
| Sony Interactive Entertainment CFI-2000B01 | 100V · A | JP¥107,706 ≈ €614 | Voltage not compatible: the rated voltage doesn't cover the local voltage (e.g. a Japan-only 100V model on 200–240V will burn out); transformers are not recommended for high-wattage appliances Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| Sony Interactive Entertainment CFI-7100B01 | 100V · A | JP¥137,980 ≈ €786 | Voltage not compatible: the rated voltage doesn't cover the local voltage (e.g. a Japan-only 100V model on 200–240V will burn out); transformers are not recommended for high-wattage appliances Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| Sony Interactive Entertainment CFI-2000A01 | 100V · A | JP¥121,980 ≈ €695 | Voltage not compatible: the rated voltage doesn't cover the local voltage (e.g. a Japan-only 100V model on 200–240V will burn out); transformers are not recommended for high-wattage appliances Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
Pending (8)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft RRT-00015 | TBD | JP¥127,800 ≈ €728 |
| Microsoft RRS-00015 | TBD | JP¥84,800 ≈ €483 |
| Valve Steam Deck OLED 512GB | TBD | JP¥147,000 ≈ €838 |
| ASUS RC73YA | TBD | JP¥124,799 ≈ €711 |
| ASUS RC73XA | TBD | JP¥169,800 ≈ €967 |
| Lenovo 83N0001SJP | TBD | JP¥228,000 ≈ €1,299 |
| MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM | TBD | JP¥158,000 ≈ €900 |
| Lenovo 83L3004TJP | TBD | JP¥107,800 ≈ €614 |
Japan prices include tax. See each model page for the source and date, and check the store. Data updated to 2026-10-24.
Other destinations for game consoles
- Australia 1/19
- Canada 5/19
- France 1/19
- Hong Kong 1/19
- India 1/19
- Indonesia 1/19
- Italy 1/19
- Macao 1/19
- Mainland China 5/19
- Malaysia 1/19
- New Zealand 1/19
- Philippines 5/19
- Singapore 1/19
- South Korea 1/19
- Spain 1/19
- Taiwan 5/19
- Thailand 5/19
- United Kingdom 1/19
- United States 5/19
- Vietnam 5/19
See which models work as is, need an accessory or will not work, destination by destination (numbers: work as is / checked).
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