Masuda (η›Šη”°εΈ‚),located in Shimane Prefecture, Japan, is a city known for its rich cultural history and scenic landscapes. The city has a population of around 43,574 and spans an area of 733.16 square kilometers. Masuda is home to several cultural and historical sites, including the Iwami Art Museum and the ruins of Masuda Castle. The city's economy is primarily supported by agriculture, fishing, and tourism, with a focus on sustainable development. Masuda also offers various public services and facilities, contributing to a high quality of life for its residents.

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Districts and Postal Codes in Masuda

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District Postal Code
Akagaricho γ€’699-3672
Akagicho γ€’698-0034
Akebonohigashimachi γ€’698-0027
Akebononishimachi γ€’698-0025
Akebonohonmachi γ€’698-0026
Asakacho γ€’698-2253
Ariakecho γ€’698-0022
Aritacho γ€’699-3765
Idacho γ€’698-0037
Inouracho γ€’699-3761
Ichiharacho γ€’698-2142
Inokidanicho γ€’699-5123
Iwakuracho γ€’698-0014
Uchidacho γ€’698-0051
Umadanicho γ€’698-0413
Umetsukicho γ€’699-5127
Ekimaecho γ€’698-0024
Okusacho γ€’699-3674
Otanicho γ€’698-0012
Otokocho γ€’699-3675
Otoyoshicho γ€’698-0003
Kashibaracho γ€’698-2252
Katsurahiracho γ€’698-2254
Kaneyamacho γ€’699-3501
Kamikurodanicho γ€’698-2255
Kamoshima Kitamachi γ€’698-0045
Kamoshima Nishimachi γ€’698-0047
Kamoshima Higashimachi γ€’698-0046
Kawanoboricho γ€’698-2145
Kandacho γ€’699-5133
Kiamicho γ€’699-3764
Kibecho γ€’699-3502
Kukumocho γ€’698-0013
Kushirocho γ€’698-0001
Kurosucho γ€’698-2251
Kohamacho γ€’699-3762
Saiwaicho γ€’698-0021
Sakaemachi γ€’698-0035
Shimotanecho γ€’699-3503
Shimohadacho γ€’698-0414
Shimohongocho γ€’698-0002
Showacho γ€’698-0007
Shiraiwacho γ€’699-5125
Shirakamicho γ€’698-2141
Sukocho γ€’698-0036
Susukibaracho γ€’699-5124
Sumimuracho γ€’699-5126
Somebacho γ€’698-0011
Takatsu γ€’698-0041
Tadacho γ€’698-0031
Tanemuracho γ€’699-3504
Tsudacho γ€’699-3671
Tsuchidacho γ€’699-3505
Doicho γ€’698-0016
Todacho γ€’699-3676
Tokiwacho γ€’698-0023
Tochiyamacho γ€’698-0015
Nakagauchicho γ€’698-2146
Nakazucho γ€’698-0044
Nakanoshimacho γ€’698-0043
Nakayoshidacho γ€’698-0042
Nagasawacho γ€’698-0412
Nanaocho γ€’698-0017
Nishihirabaracho γ€’699-3506
Hadacho γ€’698-0411
Higashimachi γ€’698-0004
Hikimicho Ishitani γ€’698-1223
Hikimicho Ochiai γ€’698-1213
Hikimicho Shiso γ€’698-1212
Hikimicho Sumikawa γ€’698-1221
Hikimicho Hikimi γ€’698-1211
Hikimicho Hirose γ€’698-1222
Hikimicho Michikawa γ€’698-1201
Hidarigayamacho γ€’699-5121
Honmatagacho γ€’699-5122
Honmachi γ€’698-0005
Mizuwakecho γ€’698-0032
Mitocho Asakura γ€’698-0213
Mitocho Itaigawa γ€’698-0201
Mitocho Uzukawa γ€’698-0202
Mitocho Kubara γ€’698-0206
Mitocho Kobara γ€’698-0211
Mitocho Sasakura γ€’698-0214
Mitocho Sendo γ€’698-0212
Mitocho Tsumo γ€’698-0203
Mitocho Marumo γ€’698-0207
Mitocho Mitani γ€’698-0205
Mitocho Yamamoto γ€’698-0204
Minojicho γ€’699-3766
Miyakecho γ€’698-0006
Mukaiyokotacho γ€’699-5134
Musocho γ€’698-2144
Motomachi γ€’698-0033
Yasudomicho γ€’699-5131
Yamaoricho γ€’699-3673
Yokotacho γ€’699-5132

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


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