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Motobu, Okinawa, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Motobu, Japan

Sunday, 26 July 2026
02:33:54 JST
State: Okinawa
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 13,441
District: Kunigami-gun

✈️ Motobu, Okinawa, Japan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Motobu, Okinawa, 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 Motobu.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Japan, which includes Motobu, 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 Motobu.

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 Motobu. 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 Motobu.

🚔
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 Motobu for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Motobu
Regional Airport • IEJ
Iejima Airport
Ie, JP
14
km away
Nearest to Naha (Capital)
International Airport • OKA
Naha International Airport
Naha, JP
4
km from Naha

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

✈️ How Far Is Motobu From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Motobu 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)1,499 km931 mi~ 2h 31m
Singapore (Singapore)3,812 km2,369 mi~ 5h 14m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)7,159 km4,448 mi~ 9h 10m
Sydney (Australia)7,165 km4,452 mi~ 9h 11m
Auckland (New Zealand)8,595 km5,340 mi~ 10h 52m
London (United Kingdom)9,954 km6,185 mi~ 12h 28m
Paris (France)10,033 km6,234 mi~ 12h 33m
Los Angeles (United States)10,314 km6,409 mi~ 12h 53m
Toronto (Canada)11,716 km7,280 mi~ 14h 32m
New York (United States)12,189 km7,574 mi~ 15h 05m

✈ 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 Motobu, 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 Motobu 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 Time2:33 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Motobu to Major World Cities

It is currently 2:33 AM on Sunday in Motobu. 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 Motobu 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 Motobu
New York (United States)Sat, 1:33 PM13h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 10:33 AM16h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 1:33 PM13h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 6:33 PM8h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 7:33 PM7h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 9:33 PM5h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 1:33 AM1h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 2:33 AMSame time
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 3:33 AM1h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 5:33 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 Motobu — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Motobu 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 Motobu

Knowing which languages are used in Motobu 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 Motobu. 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
Nakijin (Okinawa, Japan)4 mi7 kmENE
⬆️
Nago (Okinawa, Japan)6 mi9 kmESE
⬆️
Ie (Okinawa, Japan)7 mi11 kmWNW
⬆️
Tsuha (Okinawa, Japan)12 mi19 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Onna (Okinawa, Japan)12 mi19 kmSSW
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Motobu

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Motobu is the Great Wall of China (China), about 1,877 km away. Straight-line distances from Motobu 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), China1,877 km1,166 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India4,910 km3,051 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan8,767 km5,448 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,918 km6,163 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico13,446 km8,355 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru17,410 km10,818 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil19,029 km11,824 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

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

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

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

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

🔋 Before You Pack for Motobu

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Motobu

Motobu 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 Motobu

The closest airport to Motobu is Iejima Airport (IEJ), about 14 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 Motobu From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Motobu

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

🔎 Explore More About Motobu

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Motobu

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

Motobu, 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 Motobu use?

Motobu 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 Motobu?

In Motobu, 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 Motobu?

Iejima Airport (IEJ) is the nearest airport to Motobu, about 14 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Motobu 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 Motobu?

Motobu shares the official and regional languages of Okinawa 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 Motobu?

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