About JHI
Japan Healthcare Info. (JHI) is a social entrepreneur organization founded in 2010. Our healthcare professional staff are dedicated to providing service in order to enhance well-being of international community in Japan.
JHI is a selected member of the most renowned non-profit Japanese social entrepreneur training organization and awarded Japanese government grant in 2010.
Change in National Health Insurance
NHI was available for those holding permit to stay in Japan longer than 1 year. This changed from July 9th – NHI is now available for people who are holding permit less than 1year (except visitor visa or short-term visa holders).
NHI is accepted by most hospitals and clinics all over Japan. Hopefully this will help patients who are staying here less than 1 year to receive insurance-covered care. NHI premiums are often said to be expensive, but people who are staying in Japan less than 1 year are recommended to check how much you are paying for private medical insurance and compare the premiums you need to pay to join NHI.
To join, please visit NHI section of your local ward office or city hall.