Which Japanese hair dryers work in France?
As of 2026-10-24, we checked 22 hair dryers sold in Japan. In France (230V, 50Hz, Type C/E outlets): 10 need an accessory, 12 will not work. None works as is.
Voltage 230V · Frequency 50Hz · Outlets Type C/E — France uses European round-pin Type C/E outlets.
Works as is (0)
None.
Needs an accessory (10)
Reasons:
- Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter (10)
- You must manually set the switch to the 200–240V position before plugging in; forgetting will damage it (1)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReFa RE-AX | 100–240V · A | JP¥31,499 ≈ €179 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| Panasonic EH-NA9F | 100–240V · A | JP¥21,837 ≈ €124 | You must manually set the switch to the 200–240V position before plugging in; forgetting will damage it Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| YA-MAN YJHC2 | 100–240V · A | JP¥24,700 ≈ €141 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| Koizumi KDD-0030 | 100–240V · A | JP¥5,703 ≈ €32 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| Maxell MXDR-800A | 100–240V · A | JP¥15,792 ≈ €90 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| TESCOM TD860A | 100–240V · A | JP¥18,471 ≈ €105 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| KINUJO HW001 | 100–240V · A | JP¥23,480 ≈ €134 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| Sharp IB-P80M | 100–240V · A | JP¥25,720 ≈ €147 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| Dyson HD19 | 100–240V · A | JP¥35,980 ≈ €205 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
| ReFa BEAUTECH DRYER SE W | 100–240V · A | JP¥36,300 ≈ €207 | Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter |
Will not work (12)
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 (12)
- Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter (12)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) |
|---|---|---|
| TESCOM TD570A | 100V · A | JP¥5,671 ≈ €32 |
| Panasonic EH-NC50 | 100V · A | JP¥49,466 ≈ €282 |
| Panasonic EH-NA2K | 100V · A | JP¥16,136 ≈ €92 |
| Panasonic EH-NA0K | 100V · A | JP¥30,051 ≈ €171 |
| ReFa RE-BX | 100V · A | JP¥31,399 ≈ €179 |
| KINUJO KH30 | 100V · A | JP¥24,350 ≈ €139 |
| Dyson HD08 | 100V · A | JP¥24,207 ≈ €138 |
| Dyson HD16 | 100V · A | JP¥29,800 ≈ €170 |
| Sharp IB-WX902 | 100V · A | JP¥25,076 ≈ €143 |
| ReFa RE-BC | 100V · A | JP¥31,322 ≈ €178 |
| Panasonic EH-NE7N | 100V · A | JP¥6,630 ≈ €38 |
| SALONIA SAL23209 | 100V · A | JP¥8,933 ≈ €51 |
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 hair dryers
- Australia 0/22
- Canada 10/22
- Germany 0/22
- Hong Kong 0/22
- India 0/22
- Indonesia 0/22
- Italy 0/22
- Macao 0/22
- Mainland China 9/22
- Malaysia 0/22
- New Zealand 0/22
- Philippines 9/22
- Singapore 0/22
- South Korea 0/22
- Spain 0/22
- Taiwan 10/22
- Thailand 9/22
- United Kingdom 0/22
- United States 10/22
- Vietnam 9/22
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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