Contraception
What are the major birth control methods in Japan?
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COVID-19
I would like to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Where can I get it done? Japan has a humid and very warm summer. Use air conditioning and electric fans indoors, and make sure to d(...)
Mental health issues
What are the signs of mental health issues? If you are feeling depressed throughout the day, unable to enjoy anything you do, have trouble sleeping or sleeping excessively, have tr(...)
Sanitary products
Where can I buy sanitary products? Condoms and low-dose pills are widely practiced in Japan. It is important to learn about birth controls to prevent sexually transmitted infection(...)
Childbirth
I am pregnant. Can I have a baby in Japan? Yes, you can. Japanese medicines are classified into two categories. One is a prescription drug, which requires a doctor's prescription.(...)
Going to a hospital
I want to go to the hospital. Do I have to pay for it? If you have health insurance, you must pay 30% of medical expenses at the hospital. 20% of medical expenses for children up t(...)
