This is the telephone area code for Numazu City, a coastal gateway to the Izu Peninsula famous for its deep-sea aquarium, fresh seafood markets, and stunning views of Mount Fuji.
How to Call Numazu from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 011 for USA, 00 for UK)
- Dial 81 (Japan country code)
- Dial the area code (55 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Numazu from USA
011 81 55 934 1111
Where:
011 = US exit code
81 = Japan country code
55 = Numazu area code (055 without the 0)
934 1111 = Local Numazu phone number
Quick Facts
Numazu & Eastern Shizuoka Coverage
The 055 area code serves Numazu and many surrounding cities in the Fuji-Izu region:
Numazu City
Code: 055-9. Includes the port area, Numazu Station, and city center.
Mishima City
Code: 055-9. Neighboring city known for the Mishima Skywalk and Shinkansen stop.
Gotemba City
Code: 0550. Famous for the Premium Outlets and proximity to Mt. Fuji climbing routes.
Fuji City
Code: 0545. (Note: Bordering area, some parts may overlap or use 054).
Susono & Nagaizumi
Industrial and residential towns located between Numazu and Mt. Fuji.
Izu Peninsula
Various 055 prefixes serve the northern parts of the scenic Izu resort region.
Major Japan Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Japan
Use these exit codes when calling Numazu from overseas:
United States
011
Australia
0011
United Kingdom
00
Singapore
001
China
00
Canada
011