Health 健康・医療

Health insurance and finding care in your language — the two things to sort out before you get sick.

In Japan, everyone is covered by some health insurance — through an employer, or through National Health Insurance at your ward office. With insurance, you normally pay 30% of medical costs.

Finding a hospital 病院の探し方

How to find a clinic or hospital that speaks your language — set this up before you get sick.

National Health Insurance 国民健康保険

If your employer doesn't insure you, join NHI at your ward office. With the card, you pay 30% at the hospital instead of 100%.

Childbirth lump-sum allowance 出産育児一時金

Support payment for childbirth costs. Being verified.

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