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Current Date And Time In Maebashi, Japan

Sunday, 26 July 2026
04:05:08 JST
State: Gunma
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 332,149
District: Maebashi Shi

✈️ Maebashi, Gunma, Japan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Maebashi, Gunma, 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 Maebashi.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Maebashi 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 Maebashi — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Japan, which includes Maebashi, 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 Maebashi.

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 Maebashi. 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 Maebashi.

🚔
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 Maebashi for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Maebashi
Regional Airport
Iruma Air Base
Sayama, JP
69
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Maebashi From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Maebashi 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)95 km59 mi~ 0h 52m
Singapore (Singapore)5,321 km3,306 mi~ 7h 01m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)7,857 km4,882 mi~ 10h
Sydney (Australia)7,914 km4,918 mi~ 10h 04m
Los Angeles (United States)8,816 km5,478 mi~ 11h 07m
Auckland (New Zealand)8,937 km5,553 mi~ 11h 16m
London (United Kingdom)9,464 km5,881 mi~ 11h 53m
Paris (France)9,617 km5,976 mi~ 12h 04m
Toronto (Canada)10,303 km6,402 mi~ 12h 52m
New York (United States)10,800 km6,711 mi~ 13h 27m

✈ 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 Maebashi, 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 Maebashi 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 Time4:05 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Maebashi to Major World Cities

It is currently 4:05 AM on Sunday in Maebashi. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Maebashi right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Maebashi
New York (United States)Sat, 3:05 PM13h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 12:05 PM16h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 3:05 PM13h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 8:05 PM8h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 9:05 PM7h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 11:05 PM5h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 3:05 AM1h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 4:05 AMSame time
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 5:05 AM1h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 7:05 AM3h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Maebashi — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Maebashi 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
¥ 163.86
JPY
€ 1 Euro
¥ 186.41
JPY
£ 1 British Pound
¥ 218.25
JPY
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
¥ 114.37
JPY
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
¥ 116.19
JPY

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Maebashi

Knowing which languages are used in Maebashi 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 Maebashi. 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
Kanekomachi (Gunma, Japan)5 mi8 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Takasaki (Gunma, Japan)6 mi10 kmSW
⬆️
Ogura (Gunma, Japan)6 mi10 kmNW
⬆️
Hirobaba (Gunma, Japan)7 mi10 kmWNW
⬆️
Tamamura (Gunma, Japan)7 mi12 kmSSE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Maebashi

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Maebashi is the Great Wall of China (China), about 2,052 km away. Straight-line distances from Maebashi 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), China2,052 km1,275 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India5,766 km3,583 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,139 km5,679 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,759 km6,064 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico11,933 km7,415 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru15,942 km9,906 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil18,504 km11,498 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

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

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

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Maebashi, 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 Maebashi and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Maebashi.

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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🧭 Maebashi's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Maebashi

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Maebashi. 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 Maebashi — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Maebashi

Maebashi 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 Maebashi

The closest airport to Maebashi is Iruma Air Base, about 69 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 Maebashi From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Maebashi 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 Maebashi gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Maebashi

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

🔎 Explore More About Maebashi

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Maebashi

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

Maebashi, 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 Maebashi use?

Maebashi 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 Maebashi?

In Maebashi, 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 Maebashi?

Iruma Air Base is the nearest airport to Maebashi, about 69 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Maebashi 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 Maebashi?

Maebashi shares the official and regional languages of Gunma 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 Maebashi?

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