This is the telephone area code for Fukushima City and the central Nakadori region, known for its high-quality fruit production and hot spring resorts.
How to Call Fukushima from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 011 for US, 00 for UK)
- Dial 81 (Japan country code)
- Dial the area code (24 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Fukushima from UK
00 81 24 534 1111
Where:
00 = UK exit code
81 = Japan country code
24 = Fukushima area code (024 without the 0)
534 1111 = Local Fukushima phone number
Quick Facts
Fukushima Region Coverage
While 024 covers the capital and central Nakadori, Fukushima Prefecture uses several codes for its three main regions:
Fukushima City
Code: 024-5. Includes the City Hall, Fukushima Station, and Iizaka Onsen.
Koriyama City
Code: 024-9. The prefecture's commercial hub and major Shinkansen junction.
Iwaki City
Code: 0246. The coastal Hamadori region and home to Spa Resort Hawaiians.
Aizuwakamatsu
Code: 0242. The western Aizu region, famous for samurai history and Tsuruga Castle.
Nihonmatsu
Code: 0243. Known for the historic castle ruins and the Chrysanthemum Dolls Festival.
Sukagawa
Code: 0248. Southern Nakadori city and the birthplace of Eiji Tsuburaya (Ultraman).
Major Japan Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Japan
When calling Fukushima from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
United Kingdom
00
South Korea
001
China
00
Canada
011