If you or your family have any disabilities, you might want to consider obtaining a certificate of disability to receive various benefits. There are three types of certifications for persons with disabilities in Japan: 1)Physical Disability Certificate (身体障害者手帳、Shintai-Shougaisha-Techo)         For people with physical disabilities 2)Rehabilitation Certificate(療育手帳、Ryo-Iku-Techo)...

High-Cost Medical Expense Benefit 高額療養費 Kogaku-ryoyo-hi If the total amount you pay out of pocket at a medical institution within a single month exceeds a certain limit, the amount exceeding this limit can be reimbursed upon application. Please note this limit excludes expenses not covered by insurance,...

What is cervical or uterine cancer? There are 2 types of cancer that affect the uterus. Cervical cancer affects the entrance to the uterus known as the cervix. Uterine cancer, also known as womb cancer or endometrial cancer, affects the uterine body. Cervical cancer is predominantly caused by...