英語情報紙「伊賀」March 2023 No.184

２０２３（令和５）年 3 月号

The City Newsletter

3Population of Iga City

86,976

Foreign Nationals

5,623

6.47% of Population
End of January, 2023

EnglishAlso available online at http://www.mie-iifa.jp/ ☆この情報紙は『広報いが』などから記事を選んで載せています
Articles published in this newsletter are taken from the monthly “Kouhou Iga” and other publications.

COVID-19 Updates

しんがた こ ろ な

かんし新型コロナに関するお知らせ
かぶ た い お う

そ う き せっしゅ

ねがOmicron Strain-Compatible Vaccination by the End of March オミクロン株対応ワクチンの早期接種のお願い
If you are interested in receiving the COVID-19 vaccination, you have until March 31 to do so.
After April, the number of vaccinations, cost, eligibility, and location will be reduced, which is underconsideration by the government.
【Inquiries】 Vaccination Promotion Division
Tel:0595-41-1550
Exclusive Call Center for COVID-19 Vaccination Tel:0120-849-064 (Mon-Sat, 8:30am-5pm)
Mie Pref COVID-19 Vaccine Consultation Desk Tel:059-224-3326 (24/7)
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Self-Care to Protect your Health

まも健康を守るためのセルフケア

What to prepare: Thermometer, medications, test kits, food that lasts, consultation and testing centers information
Daily life tips to keep in mind: Balanced diet, moderate exercise, adequate sleep, no smoking, appropriate drinking【Inquiries】 Kenkou-Suishin-ka Tel:0595-22-9653
がつThe Concept of Wearing Masks after March 13にち い こ う

ちゃく ようかんがかた

3月13日以降のマスク着用の 考 え方について

The government has announced that the wearing of masks will be left to the judgment of the individual after
March 13, 2023, respecting the individual's independent choice.
No one should be discriminated against whether or not they wear a mask. Nor should you be forced to wear amask from this day forward.
Basic Policy on Wearing Masks
Situations Recommending theWearing of Masks
As a rule, Refrain from Going Out(However, if you must go out,wear a mask.)- Leave it to the discretion of the individual- Do not require students to wear them in school- At medical institutions- During rush hour
- When people at high risk of infection go to crowds- When COVID-19 positive, when symptoms are present- When family members are infectedInformation

しお知らせ

The Childbirth/ Parenting Support Grant

しゅっさん こ そ だ

おう え ん き ゅ う ふ きん じ ぎ ょ う

出産・子育て応援給付金事業

The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare will start the Childbirth/ Parenting Support Grant. The purpose ofthis grant is to provide a safe and secure pregnancy, childbirth, and childrearing by integrating the enhancementof ongoing familiar counseling support and financial support for purchasing necessary items and childcare,
especially during the period from pregnancy to 2 years of age, as the nuclear family is becoming more and moreprevalent and community ties are becoming less and less. Iga City will also implement this program to enhance
the accompanying consultation support and provide integrated financial support.
Grant Name
Eligibility
Details
Childbirth
A person who has reported 50,000 yen per
Support Granta pregnancy
pregnant womanParenting
A person who fosters a 5,000 yen per
Support Grant
child bornchild born
【Inquiries】Kenkou-Suishin-ka Tel:0595-22-9653
Monthly TaxPayments
こんげつのうぜい

Requirements
Those who has reported the pregnancy anda pregnancy interview in Iga City
Those who received the 8 month gestational
age questionnaire and baby visits.

Pay by March 31 Friday
National Health Insurance 9th [Kokumin Kenkou Hoken]【Inquiries】 Shuu Zei Ka

今月の納税

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Tel: 0595-22-9612

Information

しお知らせGarbage and Recycling

ごみとリサイクルについて
がいこくご◆Timetables for Recyclables/Garbage Collection will be Distributed 外国語ごみカレンダーについてTimetables for recycling/garbage collection will be distributed. The timetable for collection varies from thedistrict. If you have registered in the city, you will receive the timetable by mail.
Also, you can access “the app for trash separation in Iga City” on your smartphone
to find the timetable for collection or the rules for sorting of recyclables.
If you do not get the timetable, please access the City Hall or the following.
【Inquiries】Sakura Recycle Center Tel: 0595-20-9272<Aoyama District> Aoyama Branch Tel: 0595-52-1112 / Iga Nanbu Kankyou Eisei Kumiai Tel:0595-53-1120
し て いぶくろかたちか◆Designated garbage bags will be changed to those with handles. 指定ごみ袋 の 形 が変わります
The designated garbage bags are equipped with handles so that they are easy to hold and the mouth of thebag can be tightly wrapped.
【Price】
Unchanged for all sizes【Sales start】 April Schedule. Depends on availability at retailers.
*Aoyama area is excluded.
* Previous garbage bags can be used from April onward.
IGA CITY*The previous bag cannot be exchanged for a new one with a handle.
き ほ ん◆Please Remember the Basic Rules! ごみの基本ルール＊ The "time" to dispose of garbage is between 7:00 and 8:00am on the days set in the calendar.
Do not put out your garbage the night before.
＊ “Burnable garbage” must be disposed of in garbage bags designated by Iga City.
You can purchase them at supermarkets and convenience stores for 350 yen for 10 bags.
＊ Wash and dispose “Plastic containers/ Packaging”.
Do not mix dirty items. If it gets dirty, it cannot be used effectively as a resource.
＊ For PET (plastic) bottles, please remove the label.
Caps and labels are “Plastic containers/ Packaging”. Please rinse plastic bottles before disposing of them.
＊ Small home appliances that contain lithium-ion batteries, etc, should be placed in “KOGATA KADEN BOX(the small home appliance box) located at SHIMIN center in each district.
In order for everyone to live comfortably and to maintain our beautiful city, thank you for your cooperation!

Paperwork for Yellow-plate Vehicles and Mopeds

けいじどうしゃげんどうきつきじてんしゃて つづ軽自動車・ 原動機付自転車 などの手続き◆Complete necessary paperwork within the month of MarchAnnual yellow-plate vehicle tax is charged to the person who is registered as the owner of the vehicle as ofApril 1st. Due to this, even if you take your car off the road or transfer ownership to someone else after April 2nd,
you will be the owner registered as responsible for paying the vehicle's tax for that fiscal year.
Many people therefore rush to complete paperwork to take their car off the road or change ownership at theend of March every year. If you need to complete such paperwork, make sure you do so early with plenty of timeto have it processed before the new fiscal year starts. This is also the case for white-plate vehicles, so pleaseleave plenty of time to complete this paperwork, too.
Also, if you have asked to a car dealership to complete this paperwork on your behalf (both the vehicle andthe number plate), be sure to check once again with the dealership that the paperwork has been completed.
【What you need to complete the paperwork】- Taking a car off the road: Inkan, number plate, number plate issuing certificate (hyoshiki koufu shomeisho)- Changing ownnership: Inkan of both the previous and new owner, number plate issuing certificate* You will need to bring personal ID to complete all paperwork.
* The type of paperwork and documents required to complete said paperwork differ depending on the type ofvehicle, so be sure to check what exactly you need in advance.
【Inquiries regarding three and four-wheeled vehicles】
Yellow-plate Vehicle Inspection Association Mie (Keijidousha kensa kyoukai Mie) Tel: 050-3816-1779【Inquiries regarding small, two-wheeled vehicles】
Chubu Transportation Dept. Mie Office Tel: 050-5540-2055【Inquiries regarding mopeds, special small vehicles and farming vehicles】
Tax Department Tel: 0595-22-9613 FAX 0595-22-9618◆To be exempt from a light vehicle tax, it is required to apply every year
This is for those who have a Physical Disability Certificate or a Nursing Certificate.
Regarding “Family Driving”, the purpose was limited to going hospital, school or elsewhrer, but from this year, it
will be expanded to general social activities to support the social activities of people with disabilities or else.
◆The tax rate for light vehicles
It varies depending on the type. Check the city website for details.
https://www.city.iga.lg.jp/category/10-10-8-0-0.html
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Health and Medical Information

い り ょ う けんこう

じょうほう

医療・健康の情報

Infant Health Checkups and Consultation

あかけん し ん

そ う だん

赤ちゃんの検診と相談

In Iga, checkup examinations are available at 18 months and 3 years. Notifications will be sent out to homes withchildren eligible for the checkups. Please bring your “Mother-Child passbook (Boshi techo)” with you.
【Inquiries】Kenkou Suishin-Ka Tel:0595-22-9653
18 months
3 years (3 and half years)

March 14
March 9 and 23

1pm to 2:30pm
1pm to 2:30pm

Medical Emergencies & Assistance

Haitopia Iga 4F
Haitopia Iga 4F

きゅうきゅう い り ょ う

救 急 医療When you need medical treatments, see your family doctor during your clinic’s opening hours. If you fallsick when the clinic is closed, refer to the following options. Make an appointment before your visit and bringyour health insurance certificate.
◆Iga-shi Emergency Clinic (Oukyu Shinryojo) / TEL: 0595-22-9990【Clinical Department】General treatment and pediatrics【Address】 Iga-shi Kaminosho 1700-1 (Next to Okanami Hospital)

Mon to Sat

8pm-11pm
9am- noon, 2pm- 5pm
and 8pm-11pm

Sun and Holidays◆The Mie Medical Information Center (Mie ken Kyuukyuu Iryou Jouhou Center) / TEL: 059-229-1199
This center can give you information about which hospitals are available in your area.
◆24 Hours Iga-shi Emergency Call (24 Iga-shi Kyuukyuu Kenkou Soudan Dial) / TEL: 0120-4199-22
This is a toll-free consultation about health and medical issue 24/7. You can ask anything about physical and mental health,
medical issue, child care, nursing service and so on anytime.
March◆Three medical emergency facilities on duty
Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed Thurs
FriSat1
2
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Hospital Name
Schedule
Except pediatrics

Ueno Shimin Hospital
TEL: 0595-24-1111
Nabari Hospital
TEL: 0595-61-1100
Okanami Hospital
TEL: 0595-21-3135

Mon to Fri:
Sat, Sun and Holidays
5pm - 8:45am
8:45am- 8:45am
Mon to Fri:
Sat, Sun and Holidays
5pm - 8:45am
8:45am- 8:45am
MonWedSun, Holidays
5pm- 9am 5pm- 8:45am 9am-8:45am※The closing time is the time of the following day.

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Nabari28
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OkanamiNabari9
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Nabari
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Ueno※Please contact the hospital before visiting.

Advice & Consulting 相談窓口
そうだん ま ど ぐ ち

You can get advice relating to work problems, schools, health, insurance, retirement &pensions, child-rearing, housing, taxes, visas, or any other problems related to your day today life. This service is free. If you have any problems or difficulties, don’t leave them until
later. Come to city hall or Tabunka Kyousei Center for reliable, professional advice.

Website■Iga-shi Tabunka Kyousei Center■Tabunka-Kyousei-Ka【Tel】0595-22-9629【Tel】0595-22-9702
Facebook【Open】Mon-Fri, and Sun(2nd & 4th) 9:00-17:00【Open】Mon-Fri, 8:30-17:00【Venue】3184 Shijuku cho, Iga-shi 【Venue】Haitopia Iga 4F, 500 Ueno Marunouchi, Iga-shi【URL】http://iga-tabunkakyouseicenter.com
City Hall 2F

Tips for Everyday Life

■Private Consultation
Regarding the Visas,international marriage,
nationalization and etc,
you can consult
Gyousei -shoshi, anadministrative scrivener.
Reservation required.
【Date】Apri 6 Thu
1:30pm - 4pm

せいかつ

生 活 のヒント

March 3 is Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival)

がつにち

3月３日はひなまつり

We celebrate Hinamatsuri to wish for the growth and health of girls. Boys' celebration iscalled Tango-no-Sekku, which falls on May 5. Hinamatsuri is also called "Momo no Sekku"(Peach Festival), because peaches bloom at this time of the year, and peaches have themeaning of repelling evil spirits. Hina Dolls are displayed and the standard menu (hishimochi,hina arare, amazake, clam soup, chirashizushi, etc.) is eaten. The seven-tiered Hina Dolls
represent the wedding ceremony of the Emperor and Empress in the Heian period (794-1185).
The first tier represents the Emperor and the Empress.
The second tier, three female maids “San-nin Kanjijo” are taking care of the princess and have specific roles.
The five musicians “Go-nin-bayashi” on the third tier are those who play musical instruments at the wedding.
The two men at the fourth tier are bodyguards, called "Udaijin" (right minister) and "Sadaijin" (left minister).
The sixth and seventh tiers are the princess's bridal accessories, and the three men on the fifth tier areresponsible for carrying them. Since the princess will be the Empress, she will carry a large number ofwedding implements.

In Iga City, we have an annual event called "Ohina-san in Iga-Ueno, Castle Town. You can see Hina Dolls displayedin stores and enjoy special Hinamatsuri menus. Enjoy the atmosphere of Hinamatsuri while strolling around the town.
(The year 2023 ends on March 6.)
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【Date】 Wed. 7:30pm - 8:40pm【Date】 Sat. 2pm - 4pm【Date】 Wed. 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Sat.
7pm - 8:30pm【Venue】Sogo-Fukushi-Kaikan 2F【Venue】Haitopia 4F Tamokutekishitsu【Venue】Sogo Fukushi Kaikan 2F【Fee】 Free ( 0 yen )【Fee】 200yen / class【Fee】 200yen / class【Tel】 070-4455-4900【Tel】 0595-23-0912【Tel】 0595-23-0912
Cell: 080-3590-7612
The status of the classes will depend on the pandemic situation. Please check with the contacts for each class.

Hot Topics

あたらし新 しい

お知らせ

How Formal for Graduation and Matriculation Ceremonies?

そつぎょうしきにゅうがくし きふくそう

卒業式と 入学式の 服装

In Japan, graduation and entrance ceremonies take place in March and April. These are formal, celebratory
occasions and there are certain rules of etiquette when attending as a parent or guardian.
-For the ceremonies, be sure to turn your phone off or put it in silent mode before theceremony begins.
-Do not wear clothing that is too flashy.
The ceremony is for the children, so the parents should not show off.
Children should wear uniforms, or if they don't have uniforms, suits that are not too fancy.
Regardless of gender, it is common for guardians to wear dark-colored suits (e.g., black, gray, navy
blue, etc.) It is a good idea to dress as formally as possible. Avoiding excessive jewelry is also
recommended and wearing only necessary rings (e.g. wedding rings) is seen as the most fashionable.
Attending these milestone ceremonies and warmly witnessing the growth of children will be one of
the most wonderful memories!

Make the most of your Medication Record “Okusuri Techou”てちょうかつ よう

おくすり手帳の活用The city is in the process of establishing a system in which doctors, dentists, pharmacists,visiting nurses, care managers, home rehabilitation, social welfare, and other professionals, aswell as patients and their families, work in a circle to manage medications for patients at home.
◆Keep a record of medications, allergies, and side effects of medications in one integrated“Okusuri Techou” and carry it with you at all times.
◆The “Okusuri Techou” contains not only a record of medications, but also professional advice. This can be shared
among medical, welfare, and nursing care professionals to provide better support.
When visiting a hospital, clinic, or pharmacy, please present your “Okusuri Techou”.
◆Medical care, welfare, and nursing care must work together to establish a system to manage medications forpatients at home. Doctors, dentists, pharmacists, visiting nurses, care managers, and nursing care offices will
share your information with the information cards created by professional organizations via your “Okusuri Techou”.
The Original Cover of Iga City for “Okusuri Techou” is also available. It has an illustration of a ninja or Basho
on it and many pockets which is very convenient. Please try to get it.
【Inquiries】Iryou-Fukushi-Seisaku Ka Tel: 0595-22-9705

Painting Class: Let's Paint Cherry Blossoms

かさくらを描こう【Date】
April 1 Saturday 10 a.m. – noon *Reception starts at 9:30 a.m. *Rain or shine【Venue】 Iwakurakyou Park (Nisi-takakura 6358-1)【Eligibility】 Elementary school students and under【Instructor】 Matsunaga Shin, Maeda Kazuko【Bring】
Colors(Enogu), brushes, drawing board, bucket and picnic sheet【Capacity】 First 25【Deadline】 March 24 Friday 5:15 p.m.
【Application】Call the following for an appointment and provide your name, address, and phone number【Inquiries】 Toshi-keikaku-ka Tel:0595-41-0290
Published by Iga-shi Kokusai Kouryuu Kyokai (発行：伊賀市国際交流協会) Tel:070-4455-4900
Edited by Iga-shi Tabunka Kyousei-Ka (編集：伊賀市多文化共生課) Tel:0595-22-9702
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