This is the telephone area code for Akashi City-a historic port city in Hyōgo Prefecture, renowned for the Akashi Kaikyō Bridge (the world's longest suspension bridge) and its location between Kobe and Himeji.
How to Call Akashi from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 81 (Japan country code)
- Dial the area code (78 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Akashi from Norway
00 81 78 123 4567
Where:
00 = Norway exit code
81 = Japan country code
78 = Akashi area code (078 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Akashi phone number
Quick Facts
Akashi Area Code Coverage
The 078 area code covers Akashi City and is shared with Kobe and neighboring municipalities in southeastern Hyōgo Prefecture:
Akashi City Center
Akashi Station, downtown shopping streets, historic fishing port
Akashi Kaikyō Bridge Area
Maiko Park, bridge observation decks, and coastal access
East Akashi
Residential zones toward Kobe's western suburbs
West Akashi
Industrial and logistics districts near Himeji
North Akashi
Hilly and suburban neighborhoods
Greater Hanshin Region
Includes Kobe, Akashi, and parts of Awaji Island-all under 078
Major Japan Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Japan
When calling Akashi from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
European Union
00
Japan
010
China
00
Canada
011