Namerikawa (滑川市) is a city in Toyama Prefecture, Japan, located along the coast of the Sea of Japan. As of recent estimates, it has a population of approximately 32,000 residents. The city is renowned for its "firefly squid" (Hotaruika) which attracts numerous visitors during the spring season. Namerikawa boasts a rich history and cultural heritage, including traditional festivals and historic sites. It is well-connected by transportation networks, facilitating access to both local attractions and broader regions in Toyama Prefecture. The city also emphasizes sustainable development and community well-being. 


💻 Namerikawa City Official Government Website

Districts and Postal Codes in Namerikawa

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District Postal Code
Akahama 〒936-0843
Akahama Sakaemachi 〒936-0842
Azumacho 〒936-0033
Aramata 〒936-0006
Aramata Shinmachi 〒936-0007
Aramachi 〒936-0042
Arikane 〒936-0855
Izumigaoka 〒936-0055
Inaizumi 〒936-0877
Inaizumishin 〒936-0876
Imamachi 〒936-0031
Uonomi 〒936-0077
Umamachi 〒936-0044
Ejiri 〒936-0075
Ebisumachi 〒936-0039
Oiwake 〒936-0808
Oura 〒936-0811
Oenoki 〒936-0874
Ogake 〒936-0802
Okubo 〒936-0805
Osakino 〒936-0833
Ojima 〒936-0801
Ojimashin 〒936-0871
Obayashi 〒936-0818
Omachi 〒936-0047
Okidashin 〒936-0851
Kaiyoji 〒936-0836
Kasagi 〒936-0004
Kashimacho 〒936-0068
Kanaya 〒936-0864
Kamiumezawa 〒936-0853
Kamikoizumi 〒936-0053
Kamijima 〒936-0852
Kawauracho 〒936-0046
Kawabatamachi 〒936-0064
Kitano 〒936-0806
Kitamachi 〒936-0038
Kuriyama 〒936-0803
Koendori 〒936-0026
Kobayashi 〒936-0854
Komohara 〒936-0066
Komoharadai 〒936-0067
Komori 〒936-0822
Saiwaicho 〒936-0073
Sarashiya 〒936-0059
Sanga 〒936-0001
Sannomachi 〒936-0069
Jikeimachi 〒936-0051
Shikencho 〒936-0035
Shichikencho 〒936-0045
Shiba 〒936-0841
Shimizucho 〒936-0052
Shimoumezawa 〒936-0857
Shimokoizumimachi 〒936-0058
Shimojima 〒936-0065
Shimono 〒936-0817
Jokoji 〒936-0848
Jinkamachi 〒936-0060
Shintomicho 〒936-0074
Shinmeicho 〒936-0032
Sugimoto 〒936-0804
Sewamachi 〒936-0063
Dainichi 〒936-0813
Daimon 〒936-0856
Takatsuka 〒936-0011
Takatsuka Akenonocho 〒936-0012
Takatsuka Kotobukimachi 〒936-0015
Takatsuka Shinshieijutaku 〒936-0013
Takatsuka Shinmachi 〒936-0014
Takatsukimachi 〒936-0078
Takatsuki Minamidai 〒936-0076
Takayanagi 〒936-0849
Tatsuno 〒936-0024
Tatsuno Shinmachi 〒936-0022
Tanakashinmachi 〒936-0056
Tanakamachi 〒936-0057
Tabayashi 〒936-0826
Chidori 〒936-0814
Tsubokawa 〒936-0018
Tsubokawashin 〒936-0019
Teramachi 〒936-0844
Tenbocho 〒936-0847
Doji 〒936-0838
Tofukuji 〒936-0827
Tofukujino 〒936-0823
Tofukujibiraki 〒936-0834
Tokiwacho 〒936-0027
Tochiyama 〒936-0863
Nakagawara 〒936-0021
Nakashin 〒936-0861
Nakatsuka 〒936-0875
Nakano 〒936-0816
Nakanoshima 〒936-0882
Nakamachi 〒936-0036
Nakamura 〒936-0002
Nanakuchi 〒936-0865
Nojiri 〒936-0831
Nomachi 〒936-0883
Hashibamachi 〒936-0062
Hamamachi 〒936-0061
Hamayotsuya 〒936-0005
Higashikanaya 〒936-0837
Hiraki 〒936-0835
Fukubecho 〒936-0043
Fujiei 〒936-0881
Futatsuka 〒936-0872
Futatsuyaburi 〒936-0017
Buhedamachi 〒936-0037
Hokkeji 〒936-0885
Horiuchi 〒936-0812
Horie 〒936-0846
Hongo 〒936-0824
Magaribuchi 〒936-0016
Matsubaracho 〒936-0041
Midorimachi 〒936-0072
Minowa 〒936-0821
Mihomachi 〒936-0048
Miyanokubo 〒936-0868
Miyanokuboshin 〒936-0866
Miyanokubodai 〒936-0867
Muroyama 〒936-0815
Morijirishin 〒936-0845
Morinoshin 〒936-0832
Yasuda 〒936-0825
Yanagihara 〒936-0023
Yanagihara Shinmachi 〒936-0025
Yokocho 〒936-0070
Yokomichi 〒936-0873
Yoshiura 〒936-0003
Yotsuya 〒936-0807
Yotsuyashin 〒936-0862
Yonejima 〒936-0884
Ryokemachi 〒936-0071

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


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