Which Japanese electric toothbrushes work in France?
As of 2026-10-24, we checked 18 electric toothbrushes sold in Japan. In France (230V, 50Hz, Type C/E outlets): 10 work as is, 7 need an accessory, 1 will not work.
Voltage 230V · Frequency 50Hz · Outlets Type C/E — France uses European round-pin Type C/E outlets.
Works as is (10)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic EW-DA19 | 100–240V | JP¥10,450 ≈ €60 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Panasonic EW-DP57 | 100–240V | JP¥30,175 ≈ €172 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Panasonic EW-DA18 | 100–240V | JP¥10,800 ≈ €62 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Panasonic EW-DP38 | 100–240V | JP¥25,301 ≈ €144 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Panasonic EW-DM74 | 100–240V | JP¥4,990 ≈ €28 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Philips HX3671 | TBD | JP¥6,270 ≈ €36 | USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter |
| Panasonic EW-DT88 | 100–240V | JP¥42,878 ≈ €244 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Philips HX4021 | TBD | JP¥4,980 ≈ €28 | USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter |
| Panasonic EW-DA49 | 100–240V | JP¥14,300 ≈ €81 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Panasonic EW-DP58 | 100–240V | JP¥29,800 ≈ €170 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
Needs an accessory (7)
Reasons:
- Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter (7)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) |
|---|---|---|
| Philips HX6806 | 100–240V · A | JP¥6,721 ≈ €38 |
| Philips HX9992 | 100–240V · A | JP¥41,000 ≈ €234 |
| Philips HX9911 | 100–240V · A | JP¥22,980 ≈ €131 |
| Oral-B iO7 | 100–240V · A | JP¥25,811 ≈ €147 |
| Philips HX9601 | 100–240V · A | JP¥10,980 ≈ €63 |
| Panasonic EW-NDPD6 | 100–240V · A | JP¥21,930 ≈ €125 |
| Oral-B iO9 | 100–240V · A | JP¥33,799 ≈ €193 |
Will not work (1)
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 (1)
- Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter (1)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral-B iO2 | 100–110V · A | JP¥7,207 ≈ €41 | 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 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 electric toothbrushes
- Australia 10/18
- Canada 17/18
- Germany 10/18
- Hong Kong 10/18
- India 10/18
- Indonesia 10/18
- Italy 10/18
- Macao 10/18
- Mainland China 17/18
- Malaysia 10/18
- New Zealand 10/18
- Philippines 17/18
- Singapore 10/18
- South Korea 10/18
- Spain 10/18
- Taiwan 18/18
- Thailand 17/18
- United Kingdom 10/18
- United States 17/18
- Vietnam 17/18
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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