Learn how to correctly format an address in Japan, with real examples to guide you.
A standard Japanese address typically includes the postal code, prefecture, city, ward, neighborhood, block number, and building number. Here's an overview of the key components:
Below are examples of correctly formatted real Japanese addresses, including business and residential addresses:
〒105-0011
Tokyo-to, Minato-ku, Shiba-Koen 4-2-8
Japan
〒540-0002
Osaka-fu, Osaka-shi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-jo 1-1
Japan
〒602-0881
Kyoto-fu, Kyoto-shi, Kamigyo-ku, Kyotogyoen
Japan
〒730-0811
Hiroshima-ken, Hiroshima-shi, Naka-ku, Nakajima-cho 1-10
Japan
〒612-0882
Kyoto-fu, Kyoto-shi, Fushimi-ku, Fukakusa Yabunouchi-cho 68
Japan
〒403-0005
Yamanashi-ken, Fujiyoshida-shi, Arakura 5-chome
Japan
〒460-0031
Aichi-ken, Nagoya-shi, Naka-ku, Honmaru 1-1
Japan
〒160-0014
Tokyo-to, Shinjuku-ku, Naito-machi 11
Japan
〒670-0012
Hyogo-ken, Himeji-shi, Honmachi 68-10
Japan
Here are some sample postal codes in Japan, along with the cities and regions they belong to:
When formatting a Japanese address, avoid these common mistakes:
For more detailed guidance on formatting Japanese addresses, or to verify an address, consider using a postal verification tool or refer to Japan Post's official guidelines.