Area Code 2549 – Tsugawa, Niigata
The phone area code for Tsugawa, Niigata is 2549 (international format +812549). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Tsugawa, Niigata
Overview of Area Code 2549
Area code 2549 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Tsugawa region, located in the northeastern part of Niigata Prefecture, Japan. This area code serves the city of Aga (formerly Tsugawa town) and its surrounding communities, including the districts of Tsugawa, Kamikawa, and parts of the Mikawa area. The region is known for its scenic landscapes along the Agano River and its historical role as a post town on the Aizu Road.
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The 2549 area code covers the municipal area of Aga, which was formed in 2005 by the merger of Tsugawa and Kamikawa towns. Administratively, it falls under the jurisdiction of the Niigata Prefectural Government. The primary city center is Tsugawa, which hosts the town hall and main commercial district. Other notable locations within this code include the hot spring resorts of Tsugawa Onsen and the scenic spots along the Agano River.
Dialing Formats
When calling a landline in the Tsugawa area from within Japan, you must dial the area code followed by the subscriber number. The area code 2549 is typically followed by a 5-digit subscriber number, making the total national number 10 digits (0-2549-XXXXX). For example, a local call to a business in Tsugawa might be dialed as 02549-5-1234 (the leading '0' is used for domestic calls).
For international callers, the format is: +81 2549 5 1234. The leading zero is dropped, and the country code for Japan (+81) is used. The plus sign represents the international access code from your country (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries).
Local and Foreign Caller Instructions
Local callers within the Tsugawa area can dial the subscriber number without the area code if they are within the same charging group. However, for calls from other parts of Japan, the full national number (including the leading 0) must be used. For example, a caller from Tokyo would dial 02549-5-1234.
Foreign callers should use the international format: +81 2549 5 1234. It is important to note that the area code 2549 is not an overlay code; it is a standalone geographic code. There are no overlay plans in effect for this region, meaning that local numbers are unique within the 2549 area.
Additional Considerations
As with all geographic numbers in Japan, calls to 2549 numbers are charged based on distance and time of day. However, with the widespread adoption of flat-rate calling plans and VoIP services, the cost difference is often negligible. For businesses in the region, having a local number helps establish a local presence and builds trust with customers.