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Current Date And Time In Takashima, Japan

Sunday, 26 July 2026
00:52:00 JST
State: Shiga
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 46,976
District: Takashima-shi

✈️ Takashima, Shiga, Japan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Takashima, Shiga, 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 Takashima.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Japan, which includes Takashima, 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 Takashima.

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 Takashima. 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 Takashima.

🚔
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 Takashima for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Takashima
Regional Airport • QGU
Gifu Airport
Gifu, JP
77
km away
Nearest to Otsu (Capital)
International Airport • ITM
Osaka Itami International Airport
Osaka, JP
46
km from Otsu

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

✈️ How Far Is Takashima From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Takashima 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)330 km205 mi~ 1h 08m
Singapore (Singapore)5,039 km3,131 mi~ 6h 41m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)7,625 km4,738 mi~ 9h 43m
Sydney (Australia)7,864 km4,887 mi~ 10h
Auckland (New Zealand)8,976 km5,578 mi~ 11h 19m
Los Angeles (United States)9,104 km5,657 mi~ 11h 28m
London (United Kingdom)9,448 km5,870 mi~ 11h 52m
Paris (France)9,586 km5,956 mi~ 12h 02m
Toronto (Canada)10,522 km6,538 mi~ 13h 08m
New York (United States)11,011 km6,842 mi~ 13h 42m

✈ 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 Takashima, 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 Takashima 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 Time12:52 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Takashima to Major World Cities

It is currently 12:52 AM on Sunday in Takashima. 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 Takashima 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 Takashima
New York (United States)Sat, 11:52 AM13h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 8:52 AM16h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 11:52 AM13h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 4:52 PM8h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 5:52 PM7h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 7:52 PM5h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sat, 11:52 PM1h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 12:52 AMSame time
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 1:52 AM1h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 3:52 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 Takashima — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Takashima 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 Takashima

Knowing which languages are used in Takashima 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 Takashima. 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
Kosei (Shiga, Japan)6 mi10 kmSSE
⬆️
Notogawa (Shiga, Japan)6 mi10 kmSSE
⬆️
Kumagawa (Fukui, Japan)7 mi11 kmWNW
⬆️
Nagahama (Shiga, Japan)14 mi23 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Obama (Fukui, Japan)16 mi26 kmWNW
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Takashima

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Takashima is the Great Wall of China (China), about 1,835 km away. Straight-line distances from Takashima 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), China1,835 km1,140 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India5,507 km3,422 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan8,961 km5,568 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,677 km6,013 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico12,207 km7,585 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru16,234 km10,087 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil18,627 km11,575 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

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

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

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

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

🔋 Before You Pack for Takashima

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Takashima

Takashima 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 Takashima

The closest airport to Takashima is Gifu Airport (QGU), about 77 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 Takashima From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Takashima

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

🔎 Explore More About Takashima

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Takashima

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

Takashima, 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 Takashima use?

Takashima 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 Takashima?

In Takashima, 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 Takashima?

Gifu Airport (QGU) is the nearest airport to Takashima, about 77 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Takashima 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 Takashima?

Takashima shares the official and regional languages of Shiga 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 Takashima?

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