Kurobe (黒部市) is a city located in Toyama Prefecture, Japan, with a population of approximately 41,564 as of February 2018. The city is renowned for its scenic Kurobe Gorge, which attracts many tourists, and its Unazuki Onsen hot springs. Kurobe is also home to the headquarters of YKK, a global manufacturer of zippers and other fastening products. The city's geography includes the Kurobe River and the Northern Alps, offering a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities. 


💻 Kurobe City Official Government Website

Districts and Postal Codes in Kurobe

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District Postal Code
Horitaka 〒938-0023
Akoyano 〒938-0048
Amaike 〒938-0032
Amidado 〒938-0824
Aramata 〒938-0001
Aramachi 〒938-0044
Izawa 〒938-0004
Ikuji 〒938-0066
Ikuji Ashiku 〒938-0082
Ikuji Ashizaki 〒938-0084
Ikuji Kyoshin 〒938-0081
Ikuji Shinku 〒938-0061
Ikuji Nakaku 〒938-0072
Ikuji Yamashin 〒938-0071
Ikuji Yoshida 〒938-0085
Ikuji Yoshidashin 〒938-0086
Ikuji Yotsuyashin 〒938-0063
Ikejiri 〒938-0816
Ishida 〒938-0059
Ishidashin 〒938-0057
Ishidano 〒938-0835
Inuyama 〒938-0043
Ueki 〒938-0014
Uchudani 〒938-0811
Unazukionsen 〒938-0282
Unazukimachi Aimotoshin 〒938-0177
Unazukimachi Aimotohashizume Higashikanrinchinai 〒938-0175
Unazukimachi Akebi 〒938-0171
Unazukimachi Uchiyama 〒938-0281
Unazukimachi Urayama 〒938-0862
Unazukimachi Otozawa 〒938-0274
Unazukimachi Oritate 〒938-0861
Unazukimachi Kumano 〒938-0863
Unazukimachi Kurimushi 〒938-0178
Unazukimachi Tochiya 〒938-0864
Unazukimachi Doyama 〒938-0172
Unazukimachi Nakadan 〒938-0173
Unazukimachi Nakanokuchi 〒938-0176
Unazukimachi Funami 〒938-0179
Obiraki 〒938-0006
Okakyoden 〒938-0054
Ogyu 〒938-0801
Oyama 〒938-0825
Kagamino 〒938-0836
Kasayaburi 〒938-0812
Kanaya 〒938-0022
Kareisawa 〒938-0814
Kitashin 〒938-0036
Kitano 〒938-0015
Kichijoji 〒938-0805
Kyotateno 〒938-0052
Kutsukake 〒938-0013
Kubono 〒938-0047
Kuridera 〒938-0803
Kurobekyokokuguchi 〒938-0283
Kurobeshin 〒938-0011
Kontani 〒938-0046
Shakado 〒938-0823
Shokojishin 〒938-0058
Shinten 〒938-0038
Shindo 〒938-0808
Shinmakino 〒938-0037
Shinmachi 〒938-0056
Taieshin 〒938-0045
Taieno 〒938-0837
Taigaguchi 〒938-0026
Takahashi 〒938-0024
Tateno 〒938-0051
Tamomi 〒938-0813
Dejima 〒938-0012
Tenjinshin 〒938-0042
Doda 〒938-0039
Tochizawa 〒938-0028
Nakashin 〒938-0027
Nakajin 〒938-0827
Nakano 〒938-0034
Nakanomichi 〒938-0033
Nakayama 〒938-0834
Hamaishida 〒938-0055
Hida 〒938-0002
Fukuhira 〒938-0815
Furumido 〒938-0021
Bessho 〒938-0822
Hoonokidani 〒938-0826
Horikiri 〒938-0041
Horikirishin 〒938-0025
Maezawa 〒938-0806
Makino 〒938-0035
Makurano 〒938-0832
Mikkaichi 〒938-0031
Miyazawa 〒938-0831
Miyano 〒938-0804
Motono 〒938-0833
Yanagisawa 〒938-0821
Yamada 〒938-0049
Yamadashin 〒938-0807
Yamatateno 〒938-0053
Yoshida 〒938-0005
Rokuten 〒938-0003
Wakaguri 〒938-0802

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


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