Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Tokyo, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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General Medical Care
Things are done differently in Japan, so expect to hit a few roadblocks on your path to good health. These days more doctors are studying abroad and bringing a more global approach to... read more
Health Insurance
If you live in Japan you’re required to have some form of health insurance. Some companies will provide this as part of their employment package – although they are not obliged to do so.... read more
Donor Cards
If you would like to become an organ donor, visit the Japan Organ Transplant Network website (www.jotnw.or.jp) for information on organ donation and how to become a donor. Email... read more
Giving Blood
The Japan Red Cross Society (www.jrc.or.jp) works with the local government to ensure there is a constant supply of blood donated. Their goal is achieved through blood drives held in the... read more
Giving Up Smoking
The Tokyo British Clinic (www.tokyobritishclinic.com) takes a novel approach in helping their patients stop smoking. They provide a one-on-one (or couple) session where the reason why a... read more
Hospitals
The government-run hospitals offer a comprehensive range of medical services and are well-staffed with hundreds of nurses and (depending on size) around a hundred doctors. The most... read more
Health Centres & Clinics
Tokyo has a selection of clinics for foreigners, with both foreign doctors and doctors who speak English on the medical team. A visit to one of these is a much less stressful experience... read more
Maternity
Giving birth in a foreign country can be scary, especially when you don’t know the language. However, a large number of foreign women choose to give birth in Japan, and are pleasantly... read more
