(1) Medical Insurance
In Japan there are 2 types of medical insurance: social health insurance and National Health Insurance. These policies aim to reduce medical expenses in case of sickness and injury. Regardless of nationality, Japanese citizens and foreigners alike are obliged to enroll in one of them. Once you are subscribed to an insurance, an insurance certificate (insurance card) is issued. You can receive treatment by presenting your health insurance certificate to a receptionist at a medical facility. The insurance covers a portion of medical expenses.
Social Health Insurance (KENKO HOKEN)
This insurance is for those who work for companies. This comes together with

National Health Insurance (KOKUMIN KENKO HOKEN)
This insurance is for free-lance professionals, the self-employed, and those who are not enrolled in a social health insurance plan.
Notification is required in the following cases: a) When the head of a household or family name changes b)When you move c) When a family member dies or has a baby d)When you retire or get a new job and change insurance campanies e) When a family member becomes an insured dependent or leaves the insurance f) When you return to your country Be sure to notify each office listed under      &      of the change.
(2) Nursing Care Insurance (KAIGO HOKEN)
With population aging rapidly, an increased number of elderly people require nursing care. Nursing care services are available when an elderly who is bedridden or has dementia requires nursing care and support in a daily life. Nursing Care Insurance Eligibility for Foreigners Those who have completed alien registration, have either a permanent resident status or Period of Stay of more than 1 year, and approved to stay for more than 1 year judging from current living conditions. a) 65 years old and up b) those who are 40 to 65 years old and have Japanese public medical insurance
For questions regarding nursing care insurance: Senior Citizens Medical Welfare Division TEL : 0532-51-2331 (KAIGO HOKENKA)
(3) Medical Facilities
When you are to see doctor, bring your insurance card with you, tell the receptionist the name of the person to be examined, and wait for your turn in the waiting room. Enter the consultation room when your name is called. After the examination, you will receive medicine and make your payment. Some medical facilities will give an "Ingai Shoho" (Out-of-hospital prescription), which you need to take to a pharmacy to purchase your medicine. Please note that medical services and operating hours differ by facility. Major Public Hospitals
Emergencies a) In case you need to know a medical facility open on holidays or in the night time, please call the center below. They will advise you around the clock to which you should visit. Emergency Medical T reatment Information Center of Aichi Prefecture TEL : 052-249-9799 (English automatic guidance available) 0632-63-1133 b) In case you get sick or injured on holidays or in the night time, visit the following: Holiday / Night Time Emergency Medical Center of Toyohashi 67 Kunigakushi, Tomimotocho TEL: 0532-48-1110 (see map p.109) F or emergency patients. House calls are not accepted (Visitors only) Examination Department:  Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Examination Hours: Everyday: 8 pm 7 am Sundays & Holidays Only: 9 am 7 pm c) In case you have a sudden toothache on holidays or in the night time, visit the following: Toyohashi Dentists Hall 3-130 Minowa-cho Examination Department: Dentistry Examination Hours:   Weekdays:  8 pm 11 pm Sundays & Holidays: 10 am noon, 1 pm 5 pm (4) Vaccination for Children There are 2 ways: Group vaccinations: Dates, time and location will be notified by mail. Individual vaccinations: Request directly to any medical facility offering vaccination services. are sent to individuals with a Toyohashi City Notifications for & Alien Registration Card who have reached the specified age for respective vaccinations. When you receive the notification, please receive the vaccination at the designated location or any medical facility where such service is provided. What to bring : Notification of vaccination, Mother and Child Health Handbook (Boshi T echo),A lien Registration Card, Vaccination Record from your home country (if any) Questions: Toyohashi City Hall Health Division (KENKO KA) TEL : 053251-2380
(5) Health Consultation Window
Various consultation services available.
(6) Organizations Offering Consultation in English The following organizations find medical institutions for foreigners in an emergency. Also offer health consultation services and information on the medical welfare system.