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Not unless the appliance is rated to be used with the two different power supplies. The US uses 120v, 60 Hz if it plugs into a receptacle, and possibly 240v, 60Hz if it is hard wired. The UK uses 240v, 50Hz whether it plugs in or is hard wired. These two power systems are NOT compatible. You may use a US appliance in the UK, and vice versa, only if the appliance is dual rated, i.e. the appliance says 120v/60Hz AND 240v/50Hz on the nameplate. If the appliance only specifies one power supply, it can only be used on that power supply. If this is the case, you may be able to use a travel adapter to operate the appliance.
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Can you use 220v or 120v appliances in the UK?
UK is 220v
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If you buy an adapter
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Can you use Japanese appliances in the us?
Yes.
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Hong Kong uses the same electrical output/sockets as the UK so US appliances will need an adaptor.
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Where can I find in the UK some home appliances with a discount?
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