Minamiuonuma (南魚沼市) is a city located in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, known for its stunning natural beauty, including the picturesque landscapes of the Uonuma Basin and the surrounding mountains. As of May 2024, the city has a population of approximately 57,293. It is renowned for its high-quality rice, particularly the Koshihikari variety, which is highly regarded throughout Japan. Minamiuonuma also features numerous ski resorts, hot springs, and cultural events, making it a popular destination for both domestic and international tourists. 


💻 Minamiuonuma City Official Government Website

Districts and Postal Codes in Minamiuonuma

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District Postal Code
Aoki Shinden 〒949-6605
Azechi 〒949-6746
Azechi Shinden 〒949-6751
Anaji 〒949-7245
Anaji Shinden 〒949-7246
Amagashima Shinden 〒949-7256
Amanosawa 〒949-6434
Arakane 〒949-7235
Arayama 〒949-7234
Ikazuchi 〒949-7228
Ikazuchi Shinden 〒949-7227
Ishiuchi 〒949-6372
Izumi 〒949-7114
Izumi Shinden 〒949-7115
Ichinoe Otsu 〒949-7318
Ichinoe Ko 〒949-7317
Ichinoehei 〒949-7319
Ichinosawa 〒949-6554
Itsukamachi 〒949-7101
Imamachi 〒949-7313
Imamachi Shinden 〒949-7254
Imoaka 〒949-7222
Iwasaki 〒949-6765
Utsunoshinden 〒949-6607
Ubasawa Shinden 〒949-6551
Ubashima Shinden 〒949-6425
Urasa 〒949-7302
Uwano 〒949-6373
Unto 〒949-6542
Edayoshi 〒949-6544
Okiroku 〒949-6416
Okiroku Shinden 〒949-6438
Okura 〒949-7243
Okuwabara 〒949-7224
Osaki 〒949-7251
Ozato 〒949-6412
Osawa 〒949-6361
Osugi Shinden 〒949-7103
Ozuki 〒949-6682
Oka 〒949-7122
Ogawa 〒949-6745
Oku 〒949-7102
Omoigawa 〒949-6403
Kakenoue 〒949-6602
Katata 〒949-6404
Kanisawa Shinden 〒949-6552
Kabanosawa 〒949-6431
Kabanosawa Shinden 〒949-6432
Kamiizuna 〒949-7126
Kami Tookamachi 〒949-6411
Kamihara 〒949-7137
Kamihara Shinden 〒949-7138
Kamihitoichi 〒949-6364
Kamiyakushido 〒949-7124
Kawakubo 〒949-6603
Kita Tanaka 〒949-7143
Kimigaeri 〒949-6601
Kimizawa 〒949-6366
Kyooka 〒949-6756
Kyooka Shinden 〒949-6757
Kirisawa 〒949-7233
Kurotsuchi 〒949-7242
Kurotsuchi Shinden 〒949-7241
Goka 〒949-7301
Kogiroku 〒949-6413
Kokusaicho 〒949-7248
Koguriyama 〒949-6636
Kokonokamachi 〒949-7312
Kosugi Shinden 〒949-6415
Komatsuzawa 〒949-6556
Goromaru 〒949-6428
Sakado 〒949-6611
Saburomaru 〒949-6541
Shiozawa 〒949-6408
Shitoka 〒949-7145
Shimashinden 〒949-6407
Shimizu 〒949-6553
Shimizuse 〒949-6741
Shimoizuna 〒949-7127
Shimohara 〒949-7113
Shimohara Shinden 〒949-7116
Shimohitoichi 〒949-6363
Shimoyakushido 〒949-7125
Joyama Shinden 〒949-7314
Seki 〒949-6371
Serida 〒949-7311
Sengoku 〒949-6418
Senjoji 〒949-6433
Daiue 〒949-6557
Takiya 〒949-6555
Takemata 〒949-6405
Takemata Shinden 〒949-6406
Tazaki 〒949-7134
Tsukuno 〒949-6771
Tsukunokami Shinden 〒949-6766
Tsukunoshimo Shinden 〒949-6773
Tsuchisawa 〒949-6744
Terao 〒949-7104
Dojima Shinden 〒949-7232
Tokuda Shinden 〒949-6422
Tochikubo 〒949-6401
Naka 〒949-6436
Nakagawa 〒949-6761
Nakagawa Shinden 〒949-6762
Nakago Shindenotsu 〒949-6427
Nakago Shindenkou 〒949-6421
Nagasaki 〒949-6545
Nakano 〒949-6437
Nagamatsu 〒949-6754
Nagamori 〒949-7112
Nagamori Shinden 〒949-7117
Nagisawa 〒949-7315
Niibori 〒949-7136
Niibori Shinden 〒949-7135
Nishi Izumida 〒949-6615
Nogiwa 〒949-7131
Noda 〒949-7144
Nonaka 〒949-6742
Hachiryu Shinden 〒949-6414
Hayakawa 〒949-6543
Hara 〒949-6755
Higashi Izumida 〒949-6612
Hitomurao 〒949-7316
Hirukubo 〒949-6753
Fukasawa 〒949-6774
Fujihara 〒949-7132
Butai 〒949-6743
Futsukamachi 〒949-6772
Funegasawa Shinden 〒949-7244
Fumoto 〒949-7111
Hoonji 〒949-7133
Maigo 〒949-6423
Maeharacho 〒949-7229
Maruike Shinden 〒949-6426
Manjo Shinden 〒949-6424
Misashima 〒949-6608
Mizuo 〒949-7252
Mizuo Shinden 〒949-7253
Minami Tanaka 〒949-6362
Miya 〒949-6775
Miyanoshita 〒949-6365
Miyamura Shimoshinden 〒949-6764
Myoonji 〒949-7123
Myogasawa 〒949-7231
Myogasawa Shinden 〒949-7236
Muikamachi 〒949-6680
Mokuraiden 〒949-6435
Monzen 〒949-7223
Yairohara 〒949-7247
Yamaguchi 〒949-7121
Yamazaki 〒949-7225
Yamazaki Shinden 〒949-7226
Yamaya 〒949-6763
Yawata 〒949-6609
Yuya 〒949-7221
Yokawa 〒949-6681
Yoshizato 〒949-6402
Yoshiyama Shinden 〒949-6417
Ryukoshinden 〒949-7255

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


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