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.
Birth Control
Female birth control options
The following options are commonly available in Japan:
Oral birth control pills
Spermicides
Pessary
Female condoms
IUD
The following are not available or difficult to obtain in Japan.
Hormonal Implants
Vaginal Hormonal Rings
Hormone Patches
Contraceptive Sponges
Oral birth control pills
This medication is not available over-the-counter. Consultation with an OB/GYN is needed to obtain the pill. It is not covered by Japanese Health Insurance, and the cost is approximately 3000 yen per month or sheet.
Most OB/GYNs can prescribe oral birth control pills, or “piru”（ピル）in Japanese.
IUDs must be inserted and removed by an OB/GYN doctor. IUDs are more expensive at around 50,000 yen, including the procedure fee.
Pessary/Diaphragm
These must be prescribed by an OB/GYN, who will instruct you on proper usage. These methods of birth control are not commonly used by Japanese women.
Spermicides and Female Condom
Spermicides and female condoms are available at drugstores and online. No prescription required.
JHI can locate nearby OB/GYN clinics and arrange an appointment for you. Feel free to contact us.
Male Birth Control
Condoms
Condoms are easily obtained at drugstores, supermarkets and convenience stores.
Prices average 1,000 yen for a pack of 10 condoms.
In Japanese, they are called “kondo-mu.” (コンドーム)
Vasectomy
This procedure is available at urology clinics or through plastic surgery. It is an outpatient procedure and there is no need for hospitalization.
It is not covered by Japanese Health Insurance. Costs start around 100,000 yen. Vasectomy is called “pipe cut” (パイプカット) in Japanese.
Vasectomy reversal is a rarer procedure and difficult to find a provider.
JHI can help you find a provider in your area and find out estimated costs.
At JHI, your privacy and contact with us is kept strictly confidential.
We do not ask for your name or personal information – Instead, we will send you the information you need via e-mail. Feel free to contact us through our e-mail or over the phone.