Which Japanese electric toothbrushes work in the UK?
As of 2026-10-24, we checked 20 electric toothbrushes sold in Japan. In the UK (230V, 50Hz, Type G outlets): 11 work as is, 7 need an accessory, 2 will not work.
Voltage 230V · Frequency 50Hz · Outlets Type G — The UK uses Type G three-pin outlets.
Works as is (11)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic EW-DA19 | 100–240V | JP¥10,450 ≈ £50 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Panasonic EW-DP57 | 100–240V | JP¥30,175 ≈ £144 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Panasonic EW-DA18 | 100–240V | JP¥10,800 ≈ £52 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Panasonic EW-DP38 | 100–240V | JP¥25,301 ≈ £121 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Panasonic EW-DM74 | 100–240V | JP¥4,990 ≈ £24 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Philips HX3671 | TBD | JP¥6,270 ≈ £30 | USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter |
| Philips HX3651 | TBD | JP¥4,750 ≈ £23 | 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 ≈ £205 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Philips HX4021 | TBD | JP¥4,980 ≈ £24 | 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 ≈ £68 | The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly |
| Panasonic EW-DP58 | 100–240V | JP¥29,800 ≈ £142 | 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 ≈ £32 |
| Philips HX9992 | 100–240V · A | JP¥41,000 ≈ £196 |
| Philips HX9911 | 100–240V · A | JP¥22,980 ≈ £110 |
| Oral-B iO7 | 100–240V · A | JP¥25,811 ≈ £123 |
| Philips HX9601 | 100–240V · A | JP¥10,980 ≈ £52 |
| Panasonic EW-NDPD6 | 100–240V · A | JP¥21,930 ≈ £105 |
| Oral-B iO9 | 100–240V · A | JP¥33,799 ≈ £161 |
Will not work (2)
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 (2)
- Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter (2)
| Model | Voltage · plug | Japan price (incl. tax) |
|---|---|---|
| Oral-B iO2 | 100–110V · A | JP¥7,207 ≈ £34 |
| Oral-B iO5 | 100–110V · A | JP¥16,868 ≈ £80 |
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 11/20
- Canada 18/20
- France 11/20
- Germany 11/20
- Hong Kong 11/20
- India 11/20
- Indonesia 11/20
- Italy 11/20
- Macao 11/20
- Mainland China 18/20
- Malaysia 11/20
- New Zealand 11/20
- Philippines 18/20
- Singapore 11/20
- South Korea 11/20
- Spain 11/20
- Taiwan 20/20
- Thailand 18/20
- United States 18/20
- Vietnam 18/20
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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