Mobara (茂原市) is a city in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, with a population of approximately 88,330 as of December 2020. The city spans an area of 99.92 square kilometers and is situated on the Kujukuri Plain and the Bōsō Hill Range. Mobara has a rich historical background, evidenced by archaeological sites from the Jōmon and Yayoi periods. It serves as a regional commercial center with significant electronics manufacturing, particularly by Futaba Corporation. Mobara is known for its natural gas production and agricultural products like Welsh onions.


💻 Mobara City Official Government Website

Districts and Postal Codes in Mobara

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District Postal Code
Nagaya 〒297-0063
Aono 〒299-4106
Ashiami 〒297-0066
Ishigami 〒297-0058
Uchinagaya 〒297-0062
Enokikanbō 〒299-4115
Enokikanbō Tobichi 〒299-4118
Osawa 〒299-4125
Oshiba 〒297-0033
Onobori 〒297-0072
Oshibi 〒297-0075
Katsura 〒299-4127
Katsura Tobichi 〒299-4128
Kamioda 〒299-4124
Kaminagayoshi 〒297-0036
Kamimobara 〒297-0052
Kayaba 〒299-4111
Kawashima Tobichi 〒297-0014
Kanbayashi 〒297-0019
Kisaki 〒297-0016
Kita Takane Tobichi 〒297-0003
Kita Zuka 〒297-0009
Kurodo 〒297-0071
Kōseki 〒297-0067
Kokayaba 〒299-4117
Kogutsuwa 〒297-0004
Koshiate 〒297-0007
Kobayashi 〒297-0074
Sarubukuro 〒297-0041
Sangaya 〒297-0042
Shibana 〒299-4126
Shibuya 〒297-0008
Shimizu 〒299-4101
Shimo Oda 〒299-4123
Shimo Nagayoshi 〒297-0035
Shōyoshi 〒297-0076
Shinkogutsuwa 〒297-0006
Sumida 〒297-0053
Senzawa 〒299-4103
Senchō 〒297-0002
Daida 〒297-0044
Takashi 〒297-0029
Takashidai 〒297-0078
Takashichō 〒297-0021
Takada 〒299-4116
Tachiki 〒297-0043
Chuzenji 〒297-0057
Chubu 〒297-0027
Chiyodachō 〒297-0023
Tsunashima 〒297-0055
Tōgō 〒297-0017
Dōbyō 〒297-0028
Tōbudai 〒297-0015
Nakanogō Tobichi 〒297-0013
Nakanoshimachō 〒297-0034
Nagao 〒297-0073
Nagashimizu 〒297-0038
Nanawatari 〒297-0001
Niiharu Kōgyo Danchi 〒299-4129
Nishi No 〒299-4112
Hagiwarachō 〒297-0018
Hayano 〒297-0037
Hayano Shinden 〒297-0031
Higashi Mobara 〒297-0032
Hōme 〒299-4113
Honkogutsuwa 〒297-0005
Honnō 〒299-4114
Machibo 〒297-0022
Manna 〒297-0077
Mikurashiba 〒299-4102
Midorigaoka 〒297-0065
Midorichō 〒297-0025
Minami Yoshida 〒299-4104
Minowa 〒297-0064
Mutsuno 〒297-0012
Mobara 〒297-0026
Mobara Nishi 〒297-0039
Yagyu 〒297-0045
Yachiyo 〒297-0024
Yamasaki 〒297-0061
Yamato 〒297-0011
Yawatabara 〒297-0054
Yutaka 〒297-0079
Yumiwatashi 〒299-4105
Yoshiikami 〒299-4122
Yoshiishimo 〒299-4121
Rokutadai 〒297-0056
Washinosu 〒297-0051

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


There are two types of PO boxes available in Mobara. The first type of PO box is provided by Mobara 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.


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 Mobara 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 Mobara 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.