Tsuchiura (εœŸζ΅¦εΈ‚)Β is a city in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan, located on the western shore of Lake Kasumigaura. It was founded on November 1, 1940, and is known for its historical significance, including the Tsuchiura Castle ruins and the old samurai residences. The city is famous for its annual Tsuchiura National Fireworks Competition, which attracts numerous visitors. Tsuchiura also serves as a center for agriculture, particularly lotus root cultivation, and is a hub for cycling enthusiasts due to the Tsukuba Kasumigaura Ring-Ring Road. The city's population is approximately 140,000.

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Districts and Postal Codes in Tsuchiura

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District Postal Code
Amakawa γ€’300-0818
Arakawaoki γ€’300-0873
Arakawaoki Higashi γ€’300-0871
Arakawaoki Nishi γ€’300-0874
Arakawahongo γ€’300-0877
Ariakecho γ€’300-0035
Awanomachi γ€’300-0002
Ida γ€’300-0802
Ikutamachi γ€’300-0047
Itaya γ€’300-0007
Imaizumi γ€’300-0001
Oiwata γ€’300-0835
Oshito γ€’300-4103
Otsuno γ€’300-0028
Otemachi γ€’300-0044
Obatake γ€’300-4111
Omachi γ€’300-0038
Okishinden γ€’300-0872
Okijukumachi γ€’300-0023
Odaka γ€’300-4106
Otto γ€’300-0844
Otto Minami γ€’300-0845
Ono γ€’300-4108
Oyamada γ€’300-0846
Oshiromachi γ€’300-0847
Kasashimachi γ€’300-0008
Kasuge γ€’300-0804
Kasumigaokamachi γ€’300-0825
Kamisakata γ€’300-4114
Kamikatatsu γ€’300-0811
Kamikatatsu Shinmachi γ€’300-0819
Karasuyama γ€’300-0836
Kawaguchi γ€’300-0033
Kandatsu Chuo γ€’300-0011
Kandatsumachi γ€’300-0013
Kandatsu Higashi γ€’300-0012
Kita Arakawaokimachi γ€’300-0876
Kita Kandatsumachi γ€’300-0015
Kidamari γ€’300-0026
Kidamari Nishidai γ€’300-0056
Kidamari Higashidai γ€’300-0027
Koiwata γ€’300-0831
Koiwada Higashi γ€’300-0834
Koiwada Nishi γ€’300-0833
Kokubucho γ€’300-0814
Kohoku γ€’300-0032
Komatsu γ€’300-0823
Komatsugaokamachi γ€’300-0826
Koyamazaki γ€’300-0004
Sakuragaokamachi γ€’300-0832
Sakuramachi γ€’300-0037
Sanoko γ€’300-0803
Sawabe γ€’300-4104
Shishitsuka γ€’300-0805
Shimosakata γ€’300-4113
Shimotakatsu γ€’300-0812
Johokumachi γ€’300-0042
Shiratorimachi γ€’300-0022
Sugenoyamachi γ€’300-0021
Senzokucho γ€’300-0046
Takaoka γ€’300-4117
Takita γ€’300-0839
Tatsutamachi γ€’300-0041
Tadobe γ€’300-4118
Tanaka γ€’300-0048
Tanakamachi γ€’300-0049
Tamiya γ€’300-4105
Tamuramachi γ€’300-0024
Chidorigaokamachi γ€’300-0824
Chuo γ€’300-0043
Tsuwa γ€’300-0062
Tenomachi γ€’300-0025
Tozakimachi γ€’300-0031
Tojoji γ€’300-4107
Tonosato γ€’300-0055
Naka γ€’300-0841
Naka Arakawaokimachi γ€’300-0875
Nagai γ€’300-4101
Nakakandatsumachi γ€’300-0016
Nakatakatsu γ€’300-0815
Nakatsumachi γ€’300-0009
Nakanuki γ€’300-0005
Nakamuranishine γ€’300-0849
Nakamura Higashi γ€’300-0850
Nakamura Minami γ€’300-0843
Nagakuni γ€’300-0817
Nagakunidai γ€’300-0810
Nagakuni Higashimachi γ€’300-0816
Namiki γ€’300-0061
Nishikandatsu γ€’300-0014
Nishinamikimachi γ€’300-0068
Nishinenishi γ€’300-0848
Nishineminami γ€’300-0842
Nishimanabemachi γ€’300-0054
Hasukawara Shinmachi γ€’300-0821
Hasukawaramachi γ€’300-0822
Higashi Tsuwa γ€’300-0067
Higashi Nakanukimachi γ€’300-0006
Higashi Namikimachi γ€’300-0069
Higashi Manabemachi γ€’300-0052
Higashi Wakamatsumachi γ€’300-0064
Hitano γ€’300-0065
Fujisaki γ€’300-0813
Fujisawa γ€’300-4115
Fujisawa Shinden γ€’300-4116
Bunkyocho γ€’300-0045
Hongo γ€’300-4102
Manabe γ€’300-0051
Manabe Shinmachi γ€’300-0053
Mariyama Shinden γ€’300-0838
Migimomi γ€’300-0837
Minatomachi γ€’300-0034
Mushikake γ€’300-0066
Murasakigaoka γ€’300-0003
Momozono γ€’300-4112
Yahagi γ€’300-0801
Yamatocho γ€’300-0036
Wakamatsucho γ€’300-0063

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


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