Tsugaru (つがる市) is a city located in Aomori Prefecture, Japan, formed on February 11, 2005, through the merger of Kizukuri and neighboring villages. As of January 2023, it has a population of approximately 30,128. Tsugaru is known for its agricultural production, including rice, apples, and melons, and features the Iwaki River and parts of the Tsugaru Quasi-National Park. The city experiences a humid continental climate with heavy snowfall in winter. Notable attractions include the Takayama Inari Shrine and the Jōmon period archaeological sites.


💻 Tsugaru City Official Government Website

Districts and Postal Codes in Tsugaru

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District Postal Code
Inagakicho Shigeta 〒037-0102
Inagakicho Shimo Shigeta 〒037-0101
Inagakicho Chitose 〒037-0109
Inagakicho Toyokawa 〒037-0104
Inagakicho Numazaki 〒037-0106
Inagakicho Numadate 〒037-0107
Inagakicho Fukutomi 〒037-0105
Inagakicho Hozumi 〒037-0103
Inagakicho Yoshide 〒037-0108
Ushigatacho 〒038-3305
Kashiwaise 〒038-3107
Kashiwa Kamikogawa 〒038-3103
Kashiwa Kuwanokida 〒038-3104
Kashiwa Sagisaka 〒038-3101
Kashiwa Shimokogawa 〒038-3102
Kashiwa Tamamizu 〒038-3106
Kashiwa Hirosu 〒038-3105
Kizukuri Akane 〒038-3142
Kizukuri Akebono 〒038-3144
Kizukuri Asahi 〒038-3124
Kizukuri Ashinuma 〒038-3113
Kizukuri Idenosato 〒038-3273
Kizukuri Ukisu 〒038-3141
Kizukuri Uraku Machi 〒038-3135
Kizukuri Urafune 〒038-3162
Kizukuri Oihiro 〒038-3122
Kizukuri Obata 〒038-3277
Kizukuri Oyumachi 〒038-3285
Kizukuri Kanedate 〒038-3272
Kizukuri Kamegaoka 〒038-3284
Kizukuri Kawayoke 〒038-3112
Kizukuri Kikukawa 〒038-3165
Kizukuri Koshimizu 〒038-2806
Kizukuri Komotsuchi 〒038-3286
Kizukuri Sakuragawa 〒038-3159
Kizukuri Sakuragi 〒038-3146
Kizukuri Shibata 〒038-3164
Kizukuri Shimizu 〒038-3132
Kizukuri Shimoto Oyamasato 〒038-3287
Kizukuri Shimo Fukuhara 〒038-2803
Kizukuri Suehiro 〒038-3133
Kizukuri Tateoka 〒038-3283
Kizukuri Tanetori 〒038-3134
Kizukuri Chitose 〒038-3131
Kizukuri Chiyoda 〒038-3167
Kizukuri Chiyomachi 〒038-3145
Kizukuri Tsuchitaki 〒038-3278
Kizukuri Tsurudomari 〒038-3125
Kizukuri Dekishima 〒038-3288
Kizukuri Teruhi 〒038-3154
Kizukuri Dokizawa 〒038-3282
Kizukuri Toyoda 〒038-3111
Kizukuri Nagata 〒038-3275
Kizukuri Nakadate 〒038-3163
Kizukuri Narita 〒038-3114
Kizukuri Nigorigawa 〒038-3161
Kizukuri Nomiya 〒038-3153
Kizukuri Haginagare 〒038-3139
Kizukuri Hagino 〒038-3136
Kizukuri Hasukawa 〒038-3115
Kizukuri Hayashi 〒038-3276
Kizukuri Hayata 〒038-3121
Kizukuri Hinata 〒038-3143
Kizukuri Hirataki 〒038-3281
Kizukuri Fukihara 〒038-2808
Kizukuri Fukuhara 〒038-3166
Kizukuri Fusamatsu 〒038-3158
Kizukuri Fujioka 〒038-3152
Kizukuri Fujida 〒038-3123
Kizukuri Masuda 〒038-3155
Kizukuri Maruyama 〒038-2801
Kizukuri Mitsutate 〒038-2804
Kizukuri Miyai 〒038-3156
Kizukuri Miyazaki 〒038-3157
Kizukuri Moriuchi 〒038-3126
Kizukuri Morimoto 〒038-3128
Kizukuri Moriyama 〒038-3127
Kizukuri Yoshizumi 〒038-3271
Kizukuri Rengeta 〒038-3274
Kizukuri Wakatake 〒038-3151
Kizukuri Wakamidori 〒038-3138
Kizukuri Wakamiya 〒038-3137
Shita Sharikicho 〒038-3304
Shimo Ushidatacho 〒038-3306
Sharikicho 〒038-3303
Tomiyachicho 〒038-3301
Toyotomichō 〒038-3302
Moritacho Odate 〒038-2818
Moritacho Kamiaino 〒038-2811
Moritacho Shimoaino 〒038-2812
Moritacho Tokomai 〒038-2817
Moritacho Nakata 〒038-2814
Moritacho Myodozaki 〒038-2813
Moritacho Morita 〒038-2816
Moritacho Yamada 〒038-2815

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.
〒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 Tsugaru 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 Tsugaru, along with mail handling for Japanese properties (e.g., akiya, Airbnb, minpaku, etc.)


There are two types of PO boxes available in Tsugaru. The first type of PO box is provided by Tsugaru 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 Tsugaru 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 Tsugaru to your home country using Japan Post, costs vary based on the service type and parcel weight. For Airmail, rates range from ¥2,050 for a 1kg parcel to ¥64,850 for a 30kg parcel. Surface Mail is cheaper, starting at ¥1,800 for a 1kg parcel to ¥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 Tsugaru 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.