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Current Date And Time In Katsuura, Japan

Sunday, 26 July 2026
13:20:07 JST
State: Wakayama
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 14,137
District: Higashimuro-gun

✈️ Katsuura, Wakayama, Japan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Katsuura, Wakayama, 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 Katsuura.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Japan, which includes Katsuura, 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 Katsuura.

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 Katsuura. 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 Katsuura.

🚔
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 Katsuura for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Katsuura
Regional Airport • SHM
Nanki Shirahama Airport
Shirahama, JP
53
km away
Nearest to Wakayama (Capital)
International Airport • KIX
Kansai International Airport
Osaka, JP
23
km from Wakayama

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

✈️ How Far Is Katsuura From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Katsuura 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)408 km254 mi~ 1h 14m
Singapore (Singapore)4,904 km3,047 mi~ 6h 31m
Sydney (Australia)7,673 km4,768 mi~ 9h 47m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)7,675 km4,769 mi~ 9h 47m
Auckland (New Zealand)8,809 km5,474 mi~ 11h 07m
Los Angeles (United States)9,228 km5,734 mi~ 11h 36m
London (United Kingdom)9,623 km5,980 mi~ 12h 04m
Paris (France)9,757 km6,063 mi~ 12h 14m
Toronto (Canada)10,705 km6,652 mi~ 13h 21m
New York (United States)11,197 km6,957 mi~ 13h 55m

✈ 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 Katsuura, 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 Katsuura 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 Time1:20 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Katsuura to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:20 PM on Sunday in Katsuura. 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 Katsuura 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 Katsuura
New York (United States)Sun, 12:20 AM13h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 9:20 PM16h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 12:20 AM13h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 5:20 AM8h behind
Paris (France)Sun, 6:20 AM7h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 8:20 AM5h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 12:20 PM1h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 1:20 PMSame time
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 2:20 PM1h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 4:20 PM3h 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 Katsuura — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Katsuura 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 Katsuura

Knowing which languages are used in Katsuura 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 Katsuura. 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
Nachikatsuura (Wakayama, Japan)0 mi1 kmSouth (S)
⬆️
Taiji (Wakayama, Japan)3 mi5 kmSouth (S)
⬆️
Shingu (Wakayama, Japan)8 mi12 kmNNE
⬆️
Udono (Mie, Japan)8 mi14 kmNNE
⬆️
Takaike (Wakayama, Japan)10 mi16 kmSW
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Katsuura

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Katsuura is the Great Wall of China (China), about 1,916 km away. Straight-line distances from Katsuura 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), China1,916 km1,190 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India5,528 km3,435 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,056 km5,627 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,828 km6,107 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico12,353 km7,676 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru16,346 km10,157 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil18,825 km11,697 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

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

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

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

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

🔋 Before You Pack for Katsuura

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Katsuura

Katsuura 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 Katsuura

The closest airport to Katsuura is Nanki Shirahama Airport (SHM), about 53 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 Katsuura From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Katsuura

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

🔎 Explore More About Katsuura

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Katsuura

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

Katsuura, 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 Katsuura use?

Katsuura 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 Katsuura?

In Katsuura, 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 Katsuura?

Nanki Shirahama Airport (SHM) is the nearest airport to Katsuura, about 53 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Katsuura 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 Katsuura?

Katsuura shares the official and regional languages of Wakayama 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 Katsuura?

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