This is the telephone area code for Takasaki City, the regional transport hub of Gunma known as the birthplace of the Daruma doll.
How to Call Takasaki 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 (27 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Takasaki from France
00 81 27 321 1111
Where:
00 = France exit code
81 = Japan country code
27 = Takasaki area code (027 without the 0)
321 1111 = Local Takasaki phone number
Quick Facts
Takasaki Area Code Coverage
The 027 area code is shared between Takasaki and the prefectural capital, Maebashi:
Takasaki Center
Code: 027-3. Takasaki Station, City Hall, and the commercial core.
Maebashi City
Code: 027-2. The prefectural capital district directly adjacent to Takasaki.
Shorinzan
The temple district famous for Daruma dolls and historic pilgrimage routes.
Mount Haruna
Scenic lake and mountain area in the northern part of the city.
Annaka City
Neighboring city to the west, also utilizing the 027 prefix.
Kurabuchi
Rural northwestern district known for nature and camping sites.
Major Japan Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Japan
When calling Takasaki from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
United Kingdom
00
Thailand
001
China
00
Canada
011