Kuroishi (ι»’ηŸ³εΈ‚), a city in Aomori Prefecture, Japan, is known for its historical and cultural significance. Established in 1954, Kuroishi encompasses a rich Edo period heritage, notably the Nakamachi Komise Street, a Registered Tangible Cultural Property. The city is characterized by its cold, humid continental climate, contributing to its vibrant agriculture, particularly rice and apples. Kuroishi hosts the renowned Kuroishi Neputa Festival and features several natural attractions such as the Kuroishi Onsenkyō Prefectural Natural Park and Nakano Momiji Mountain, enhancing its appeal as a tourist destination.


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Districts and Postal Codes in Kuroishi

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District Postal Code
Aino γ€’036-0516
Aoyama γ€’036-0325
Akasaka γ€’036-0537
Akebonocho γ€’036-0321
Asahichō γ€’036-0376
Azumachō γ€’036-0373
Aseishi γ€’036-0343
Aburayokocho γ€’036-0302
Ishinazaka γ€’036-0342
Izumicho γ€’036-0374
Itadome γ€’036-0404
Ichinomachi γ€’036-0307
Ichibancho γ€’036-0301
Iwakicho γ€’036-0318
Ushirodaikumachi γ€’036-0354
Uchimachi γ€’036-0306
Uramachi γ€’036-0366
Oitamachi γ€’036-0385
Okawara γ€’036-0401
Omachi γ€’036-0384
Okiura γ€’036-0402
Okkonoki γ€’036-0357
Otsudaikumachi γ€’036-0353
Otsutokubeemachi γ€’036-0305
Kakuta γ€’036-0337
Kajimachi γ€’036-0363
Kasugacho γ€’036-0338
Kamitogawa γ€’036-0323
Kamimenaisawa γ€’036-0538
Kamiyamagata γ€’036-0415
Kanmachi γ€’036-0386
Kita Tanaka γ€’036-0523
Kitamicho γ€’036-0541
Kyomachi γ€’036-0362
Guminoki γ€’036-0316
Guminokiyokocho γ€’036-0303
Kuroishi γ€’036-0351
Kodaikumachi γ€’036-0352
Kotokubeemachi γ€’036-0304
Kogano γ€’036-0344
Kotobukicho γ€’036-0315
Koyashiki γ€’036-0511
Koyashiki Nishi γ€’036-0513
Koyashiki Minami γ€’036-0512
Saiwaicho γ€’036-0335
Sakaimatsu γ€’036-0389
Sakunoki γ€’036-0333
Sakubacho γ€’036-0382
Sakuragicho γ€’036-0336
Shimomenaisawa γ€’036-0539
Shimoyamagata γ€’036-0414
Showacho γ€’036-0312
Suehiro γ€’036-0521
Sumiyoshicho γ€’036-0317
Takadate γ€’036-0535
Takedacho γ€’036-0322
Takehana γ€’036-0534
Tanaka γ€’036-0522
Chitose γ€’036-0356
Terakoji γ€’036-0308
Tobinai γ€’036-0531
Tobinai Kita γ€’036-0532
Tomita γ€’036-0514
Toyooka γ€’036-0341
Nakagawa γ€’036-0345
Nakamachi γ€’036-0377
Nagasaki γ€’036-0365
Nishigaoka γ€’036-0388
Nishikicho γ€’036-0372
Nishibashiri γ€’036-0507
Nishonai γ€’036-0403
Nisoshi γ€’036-0533
Nuruyu γ€’036-0411
Nogiwa γ€’036-0542
Nozoecho γ€’036-0326
Hakko γ€’036-0331
Hanazonochō γ€’036-0371
Hanamaki γ€’036-0413
Babashirishimo γ€’036-0503
Babashiri Higashi γ€’036-0504
Babashiri Nishi γ€’036-0506
Babashiri Minami γ€’036-0505
Babashiri Kita γ€’036-0502
Hamamachi γ€’036-0378
Higashi Shincho γ€’036-0334
Higashinozoe γ€’036-0324
Higashibabashiri γ€’036-0501
Fukuro γ€’036-0412
Fukuroi γ€’036-0355
Fujimi γ€’036-0515
Botandaira γ€’036-0332
Maemachi γ€’036-0367
Matsubacho γ€’036-0313
Matsubara γ€’036-0517
Mishima γ€’036-0536
Michikitacho γ€’036-0314
Midorigaoka γ€’036-0524
Midoricho γ€’036-0383
Minami Nakano γ€’036-0405
Miharacho γ€’036-0339
Motomachi γ€’036-0387
Yamagatamachi γ€’036-0364
Yayoicho γ€’036-0361
Yokomachi γ€’036-0368
Yoshinocho γ€’036-0311
Wakabacho γ€’036-0375

Start with the postal code, the prefecture, the city, the district, and then the number of the block and housing unit. Then end with the person’s name.
Here’s an example of how to write a Japanese address in English.
γ€’170-3293
Tokyo
Ginza, Chuo-ku
5-2-1
Mr. Taro Tanaka

For more information on how to write a Japanese address, see this article.


To type the Japanese postal code, first type the character code '3012.' Then press ALT + X and Japan's postal code symbol will appear.


To obtain an address in Kuroishi for receiving mail, sign up for a virtual address service like MailMate. MailMate provides you with a mailing address for receiving Japanese mail and packages. MailMate can also be used for company registration in Kuroishi, along with mail handling for Japanese properties (e.g., akiya, Airbnb, minpaku, etc.)


There are two types of PO boxes available in Kuroishi. The first type of PO box is provided by Kuroishi Post and is only available for individuals with a daily volume of mail. The second type of PO box is provided by private services with no limits on daily mail volume. Learn more about how to open a PO box in Japan.


To find various applications and forms for Kuroishi Ward Office, check out this list


Japan Post offers Standard Mail for regular letters and small parcels, typically delivered in 2-3 days. Express Mail speeds this up to 1-2 days. Registered Mail adds tracking and insurance, requiring a signature on delivery. Yu-Pack handles larger parcels with tracking and insurance, delivered in 1-3 days. Letter Pack provides flat-rate options for documents and small items, with tracking available. EMS is for international express delivery, offering fast service to over 120 countries. Non-Standard Mail covers items exceeding standard size and weight limits. Private couriers like Yamato Transport's Takkyubin offer domestic and international parcel delivery with tracking. Sagawa Express provides similar services, including same-day delivery and refrigerated shipping. International couriers like DHL, FedEx, and UPS offer express delivery with tracking and insurance. Specialized services include Cool TA-Q-BIN for refrigerated items, Yu-Mail for books and CDs, and Smart Letter for small documents. These options cover varying needs for speed, cost, and security. For more information on international shipping options, check out this article.


To send mail or packages from Kuroishi to your home country using Japan Post, costs vary based on the service type and parcel weight. For Airmail, rates range from Β₯2,050 for a 1kg parcel to Β₯64,850 for a 30kg parcel. Surface Mail is cheaper, starting at Β₯1,800 for a 1kg parcel to Β₯21,000 for a 30kg parcel, but it takes longer. Factors affecting costs include weight, distance, and chosen service. Discounted rates are available for bulk shipments. For detailed rates and more information, visit the article here.


For sending mail and packages from Kuroishi via Japan Post, the weight limit is 30 kg for most services. The size restrictions include a maximum combined length and girth of 3 meters (300 cm). For smaller parcels, the combined length and girth should not exceed 2 meters (200 cm). Specific dimensions and weight limits may vary depending on the service chosen (Airmail, Surface Mail, etc.). For detailed information, refer to the article here.


To print an international parcel label for Japan Post, start by creating an account on Japan Post's International Mail My Page Service. Register both sender and recipient information, then select the desired shipping service, such as EMS or Airmail. Input the shipment details, including content description, shipping date, and parcel weight. After reviewing and confirming all entered information, use the provided printer icon to print the label. For more details, refer to this article.