Summer in Japan is hot and Humid

2022.06.29

Around 400,000 cases of heat illness are reported annually, with more than 40,000 people being rushed to hospital.

If you feel sick/ill when it is hot, ask for help.

Drink plenty of water before you feel thirsty.

The ambulance-call is 119

Don't hesitate to call the ambulance

You don't have to hesitate to call the ambulance. The health insurance will cover it or calling the ambulance itself can be free. Compare to the other western countries Japan's medical cost is more affordable and quicker.

Passport

Take your passport with you. An interpretor will be present at many hospitals. They will assist you over the phone. 24 hours.

Health insurance card

Every single Japanese citizen has a health insurance if anything non-Japanese people who live in Japan. I recommend you keep it in your wallet all the time.

If someone loses consciousness or is unable to drink independently, call an ambulance.
Get over Japan's summer!!!

Koji Kitada
Licensed real estate agent.