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Current Date And Time In Fukuma, Japan

Sunday, 26 July 2026
16:58:38 JST
State: Fukuoka
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)

✈️ Fukuma, Fukuoka, Japan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Fukuma, Fukuoka, Japan using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Fukuma.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Fukuma with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Fukuma — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Japan, which includes Fukuma, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Japan before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Japan's time zone +09:00, country calling code +81 (exit prefix 010) and country internet domain .JP. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Fukuma.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+09:00
📞 Country Calling Code+81
☎️ International Exit Prefix010
🌐 Internet Domain.JP

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Japan — police 110, ambulance 119, fire brigade 118. Store these in your phone before you reach Fukuma. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Fukuma.

🚔
Police
110
🚑
Ambulance
119
🚒
Fire
118

📊 Japan At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Japan — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.925
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
84.0
years
💰
GDP Per Capita
$32,487
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
2.5%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Japan development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Fukuma for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Fukuma
International Airport • FUK
Fukuoka Airport
Fukuoka, JP
5
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Fukuma's exact coordinates, or Fukuoka's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Fukuma From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Fukuma to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Tokyo (Japan)877 km545 mi~ 1h 47m
Singapore (Singapore)4,529 km2,814 mi~ 6h 05m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)7,183 km4,463 mi~ 9h 12m
Sydney (Australia)7,809 km4,852 mi~ 9h 56m
Auckland (New Zealand)9,082 km5,643 mi~ 11h 26m
London (United Kingdom)9,394 km5,837 mi~ 11h 48m
Paris (France)9,505 km5,906 mi~ 11h 56m
Los Angeles (United States)9,635 km5,987 mi~ 12h 05m
Toronto (Canada)10,910 km6,779 mi~ 13h 35m
New York (United States)11,382 km7,073 mi~ 14h 08m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Fukuma, Japan is set to Japan Standard Time (JST) with a current offset of UTC +09:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Fukuma requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneJapan Standard Time (JST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +09:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time4:58 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

💱 Money In Fukuma — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Fukuma is the Japanese yen (JPY), written as ¥. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
¥ 163.87
JPY
€ 1 Euro
¥ 186.38
JPY
£ 1 British Pound
¥ 218.32
JPY
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
¥ 114.38
JPY
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
¥ 116.20
JPY

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 26, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Fukuma

Knowing which languages are used in Fukuma helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
None
National language(s):
Japanese

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Fukuma. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Honami (Fukuoka, Japan)0 mi0 kmNorth (N)
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Kurate (Fukuoka, Japan)0 mi0 kmNorth (N)
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Mizumaki (Fukuoka, Japan)0 mi0 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Fukuoka (Fukuoka, Japan)1 mi2 kmNE
⬆️
Kasuya (Fukuoka, Japan)5 mi8 kmENE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Fukuma

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Fukuma is the Great Wall of China (China), about 1,480 km away. Straight-line distances from Fukuma to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China1,480 km920 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India5,021 km3,120 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan8,612 km5,352 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,503 km5,905 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico12,702 km7,893 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru16,768 km10,419 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil18,678 km11,606 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Fukuma shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Fukuoka and Japan. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Fukuoka Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Fukuoka, including major hub cities.
✈️ Japan Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Japan.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Fukuma, Japan runs at 100V / 50 Hz / 60Hz using Type A/B socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Fukuma and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Fukuma.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage100 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz / 60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
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🧭 Fukuma's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Fukuma

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Fukuma. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Fukuma — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Fukuma

Fukuma keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Japan. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Fukuma

The closest airport to Fukuma is Fukuoka Airport (FUK), about 5 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Fukuma From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Fukuma needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Fukuma gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Fukuma

Fukuma rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Fukuma — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Fukuma

ℹ️ Fukuma OverviewSee the full profile of Fukuma — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Fukuma MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Fukuma for distance and direction.
💰 Fukuma CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Fukuma

What side of the road do people drive on in Fukuma?

Fukuma, like the rest of Japan, drives on the Left. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Fukuma use?

Fukuma runs on 100V / 50 Hz / 60Hz power through Type A/B sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Fukuma?

In Fukuma, reach police on 110, ambulance on 119, fire brigade on 118. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Fukuma?

Fukuoka Airport (FUK) is the nearest airport to Fukuma, about 5 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Fukuma in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Fukuma runs on Japan Standard Time (UTC +09:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Fukuma?

Fukuma shares the official and regional languages of Fukuoka and Japan — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Fukuma?

No — Fukuma uses the Japanese yen (JPY), symbol ¥. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Fukuma currency page for live rates.