This is the telephone area code for Oita and surrounding areas in Oita Prefecture, Japan.
How to Call Oita from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 81 (Japan country code)
- Dial the area code (97 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number (7-8 digits)
Example: Calling Oita from Portugal
00 81 97 123 4567
Where:
00 = Portugal exit code
81 = Japan country code
97 = Oita area code (097 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Oita phone number
Quick Facts
Oita Area Code Coverage
The 097 area code covers Oita and surrounding areas in Oita Prefecture:
Oita Station Area
Central Oita, transportation hub, commercial district
Beppu Area
Beppu hot springs, "Hells of Beppu", onsen resorts
Usa Area
Usa Jingu Shrine, historical and religious sites
Yufuin Area
Yufuin hot springs, scenic mountain resort town
Saiki Area
Coastal city, fishing port, natural harbor
Greater Oita
Taketa, Bungo-Takada, surrounding towns
Major Japan Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Japan
When calling Oita from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
European Union
00
Portugal
00
China
00
Philippines
00