Travel adapter from Japan to Zimbabwe — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe uses Type G plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

Compare the plug shapes, voltage and frequency in Japan and Zimbabwe, and find out which adapter you need before you travel.

Adapter required

Yes — coming from Japan, you will need a travel adapter for Zimbabwe. Japan uses Type A/Type B plugs, and Zimbabwe uses Type G, so the pin shapes will not fit any wall socket. Voltages differ (100 V at home vs 230 V abroad), so check the label on each device. Most modern dual-voltage chargers handle the swing without a converter, but heating appliances usually do not.

Voltage converter may be needed. Check your device label — most modern electronics (phones, laptops) support 100–240 V and only need a plug adapter. Hair dryers, kettles, and older appliances may need a step-up or step-down converter.

Japan (home)

Type A Two flat parallel pins 100–127V Type B Two flat pins + round ground 100–127V

Zimbabwe (destination)

Type G Three rectangular pins 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Zimbabwe

Voltage

Japan 100 V

Zimbabwe 230 V

Differs

Frequency

Japan 50/60 Hz

Zimbabwe 50 Hz

Match

More about plugs in Zimbabwe

In Zimbabwe, the standard power plug is Type G. The country runs on 230 volts at 50 Hz. That means every wall socket in Zimbabwe is the same shape — Type G, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Zimbabwe plug guide