Kawagoe (ε·θΆŠεΈ‚), located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan, is a city known for its historical significance and well-preserved Edo-era architecture. Often referred to as "Little Edo," Kawagoe boasts numerous traditional clay-walled warehouse buildings, a symbol of its rich cultural heritage. Key attractions include the iconic Toki no Kane (Time Bell Tower) and the Kitain Temple, which has buildings dating back to the early Edo period. The city also hosts vibrant festivals such as the Kawagoe Festival, a traditional event featuring elaborately decorated floats and lively street performances. With a blend of historical charm and modern amenities, Kawagoe attracts both tourists and residents seeking a connection to Japan's past.


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Districts and Postal Codes in Kawagoe

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District Postal Code
Aina Shinden γ€’350-1173
Aoyagi γ€’350-1164
Asahichō γ€’350-1126
Amanuma Shinden γ€’350-0806
Arajuku γ€’350-1125
Arajukumachi γ€’350-1124
Ikenobe γ€’350-1171
Isanuma γ€’350-0855
Ishida γ€’350-0837
Ishida Hongo γ€’350-0835
Ishiwaramachi γ€’350-0824
Izumicho γ€’350-0026
Iseharacho γ€’350-1108
Inaricho γ€’350-1144
Imaizumi γ€’350-0015
Imanari γ€’350-1105
Imafuku γ€’350-1151
Ushiko γ€’350-0017
Uwado γ€’350-0816
Uwado Shinmachi γ€’350-0817
Ogigashi γ€’350-1134
Osenba γ€’350-0032
Osenba Shinden γ€’350-1128
Otsuka γ€’350-1129
Otsuka Shinden γ€’350-1161
Otsuka Shinmachi γ€’350-1178
Otemachi γ€’350-0057
Onakai γ€’350-0021
Ofukuro γ€’350-1168
Ofukuro Shinden γ€’350-1167
Ogaya γ€’350-1104
Onaricho γ€’350-0841
Kainuma γ€’350-0012
Kasahata γ€’350-1175
Kashinodai γ€’350-1179
Kasumigaseki Higashi γ€’350-1103
Kasumigaseki Kita γ€’350-1109
Kasumino γ€’350-1174
Kamioibukuro γ€’350-0845
Kamishingashi γ€’350-1135
Kamiterayama γ€’350-0826
Kaminodamachi γ€’350-1112
Kamimatsubara γ€’350-1154
Kamoda γ€’350-0844
Kawagoe γ€’350-0852
Kawatsuru γ€’350-1176
Kawatsuru Miyoshino γ€’350-1177
Kishi γ€’350-1132
Kishimachi γ€’350-1131
Kitatajima γ€’350-0842
Kitamachi γ€’350-0061
Kinome γ€’350-0016
Kugedo γ€’350-0011
Kujirai γ€’350-0815
Kujirai Shinden γ€’350-0809
Kubomachi γ€’350-0055
Kumanocho γ€’350-1146
Kuruwamachi γ€’350-0053
Koeicho γ€’350-1117
Kosenba γ€’350-0031
Kosenbamachi γ€’350-0036
Kozutsumi γ€’350-0811
Kotobukicho γ€’350-1116
Konakai γ€’350-0022
Komuro γ€’350-1106
Saiwaicho γ€’350-0063
Sakae γ€’350-0803
Sankubocho γ€’350-0054
Sankocho γ€’350-0067
Shishikai γ€’350-0834
Shitamachi γ€’350-0051
Shibui γ€’350-0013
Shimizucho γ€’350-1145
Shimo Akasaka γ€’350-1155
Shimo Oibukuro γ€’350-0848
Shimo Osaka γ€’350-0812
Shimo Shingashi γ€’350-1136
Shimo Hiroya γ€’350-0804
Shimo Matsubara γ€’350-1153
Shiroshitamachi γ€’350-0853
Shintomicho γ€’350-0043
Shinmeichō γ€’350-0823
Suehirocho γ€’350-0064
Sugama γ€’350-0832
Sugawarachō γ€’350-0046
Suna γ€’350-1133
Sunakubo γ€’350-1152
Sunashinden γ€’350-1137
Suwacho γ€’350-1147
Senbamachi γ€’350-0034
Takashima γ€’350-0004
Takeno γ€’350-0801
Tamachi γ€’350-1113
Tsukiyoshimachi γ€’350-0825
Terai γ€’350-0854
Terao γ€’350-1141
Terayama γ€’350-0827
Tomyoji γ€’350-0843
Toorimachi γ€’350-0044
Toyoda Shinden γ€’350-1119
Toyodacho γ€’350-1110
Toyodahon γ€’350-1118
Tonyamachi γ€’350-0856
Nakaoibukuro γ€’350-0846
Nakadai γ€’350-1159
Nakadai Minami γ€’350-1150
Nakadai Motomachi γ€’350-1138
Nakacho γ€’350-0065
Nakaharacho γ€’350-0042
Nakafuku γ€’350-1156
Nakafuku Higashi γ€’350-1157
Namiki γ€’350-0023
Namiki Shinmachi γ€’350-0024
Namiki Nishimachi γ€’350-0025
Nishikosenbamachi γ€’350-0035
Nittocho γ€’350-1160
Noda γ€’350-1111
Nodamachi γ€’350-1115
Hikawacho γ€’350-0851
Higashi Tamachi γ€’350-1114
Higashi Honjuku γ€’350-0847
Hiratsuka γ€’350-0814
Hiratsuka Shinden γ€’350-0813
Hiroyashinmachi γ€’350-0805
Fukawa γ€’350-0831
Fukuda γ€’350-0821
Fujikicho γ€’350-0018
Fujikura γ€’350-1166
Fujima γ€’350-1142
Fujimi γ€’350-0802
Fujimichō γ€’350-0033
Fujiwaracho γ€’350-1143
Furuichiba γ€’350-0014
Furuyakami γ€’350-0001
Furuyahongo γ€’350-0002
Masukata γ€’350-1172
Matsuecho γ€’350-0056
Matsugo γ€’350-0857
Matoba γ€’350-1101
Matoba Shinmachi γ€’350-1107
Matoba Kita γ€’350-1102
Minami Otsuka γ€’350-1162
Minami Tajima γ€’350-0027
Minamidai γ€’350-1165
Minami Toorimachi γ€’350-0045
Miyashitamachi γ€’350-0052
Miyamotocho γ€’350-0838
Musashino γ€’350-1170
Musashino Minami γ€’350-1158
Motomachi γ€’350-0062
Yatsushima γ€’350-0003
Yanaka γ€’350-0836
Yamashiro γ€’350-1169
Yamada γ€’350-0822
Yoshida γ€’350-0807
Yoshida Shinmachi γ€’350-0808
Yoshinodai γ€’350-0833
Yotsuyadai γ€’350-1163
Renjakucho γ€’350-0066
Rokkenmachi γ€’350-0041
Wakita Shinmachi γ€’350-1121
Wakita Honcho γ€’350-1123
Wakitamachi γ€’350-1122

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


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