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Coronavirus Vaccine Information
The time period for vaccination against the coronavirus has been extended to March 31, 2023. Individuals who have received their first (1st and 2nd) and booster (3rd and 4th) vaccinations are eligible for vaccination against the Omicron strain after 3 months (*) have passed since their last vaccination.
* Shortened to 3 months as of October 21, 2022.
・Click here for info on Omicron strain-compatible vaccinations
・Click here for info on COVID-19 vaccinations for children ages 5~11
・Click here for info on vaccinations for children (ages 6 months ~ 4 years old)
・Internet reservation page
(Japanese only, please see manuals below for English instructions)
●Reservation period for 5th vaccination
■You can make your reservation for a 5th vaccination starting from 1/20/23 at 9:00am (Fri).
(Vaccinations will be administered from 2/1(Wed) ~ 2/28(Tue))
*Reservations can be made up to 31 days in advance. For example, if you wish to receive a vaccination on 2/27, you can make a reservation as early as 1/27.
*Future reservations will be accepted on or after the 20th of each month for the following month.
Internet reservation manuals
・For fourth dose
(1717KB)
・For third dose(1776KB)
・For first and second dose(3237KB)
・Cancel your appointment(531KB)
Continued Implementation of the Transportation Assistance Program
・In order to subsidize a portion of their transportation expenses to and from the vaccination site, cab subsidy coupons will be issued to the elderly and persons with disabilities who need to be vaccinated. For details, please see this page. (Link) (Japanese only)
・As of 4/1/2022, pregnant women in Takikawa are also eligible for the subsidy. For details, please see this page. (Link) (Japanese only)
・The subsidy coupons for taxi use that have already been sent out are valid until 9/30/2022, but with the time period for vaccination being extended, it can be used until 3/31/2023. These coupons will not be renewed, so please use them as they are.
・For those who have received their 2nd booster (4th vaccination), a cab subsidy coupon (valid until 3/31/2023) will be enclosed with newly delivered vaccination reservation tickets.
For those who wish to receive their 1st/2nd vaccinations
For those who wish to receive their 1st and 2nd vaccinations, reservations can be made through the reservation system or call center. Please note, however, that vaccination dates and times are limited, and that only the Ozawa Clinic will be able to provide vaccinations (Pfizer vaccines will continue to be used for the 1st and 2nd vaccinations, however, the Novavax vaccine may be used dependind on that day).
*For those who will turn 12 years old on or after 8/16/2021, vaccination tickets will be sent out as soon as possible after their birthday.
For those who are in doubt about vaccination
It is important that you carefully consider the pros and cons of receiving the vaccination as well as the risks of not doing so at your own discretion, and that you should not be discriminated against, harassed, or forced to receive the vaccination based on whether or not you have been vaccinated.
Creating a Workplace Environment Conducive to Vaccinations for Employees
*This is a request to all business owners
Vaccinations against the coronavirus are currently being diligently administered at medical institutions in the city.
Vaccinations are expected to prevent the onset and severity of the infection and lead to its early elimination, thereby normalizing social and economic activities.
We would like to ask all employers to take into consideration the establishment of an environment that facilitates vaccination by accommodating the conditions of your business, such as exempting employees from work in order to receive the vaccine.
Side effects
1) Side effects
・In the event that side effects occur following vaccination.First, please click here(Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare page) (Link) (English available). If your symptoms do not improve, please consult your vaccinator or family doctor.
| Consultation Service | Telephone Number | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|---|
| Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Coronavirus Vaccine Call Center |
0120-761-770 (English available) |
9:00 am – 9:00 pm |
2) Myocarditis / Pericarditis
Very rare cases of myocarditis and pericarditis have been reported after vaccination with Pfizer and Takeda/Moderna’s vaccine. The number of cases tends to be high among males in their teens and twenties, and occur within about 4 days after the second dose. You can read more about it here (PDF) (Japanese only).
About the Vaccine
1) What are vaccines?
■Vaccines are intended to immunize or strengthen the body against infectious diseases.
■Vaccines are expected to “prevent the onset of infectious diseases” and “prevent can also seriously reduce the severity of the infection should it occur”.
※Vaccines do not prevent infection itself. Please continue to take actions to avoid the risk of infection even after vaccinating.
2) Matters related to the coronavirus vaccine
■Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Website
https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/english/index.html
■Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Coronavirus Vaccine Call Center
| Consultation Service | Telephone Number | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|---|
| Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Coronavirus Vaccine Call Center |
0120-761-770 (English available) |
9:00 am – 9:00 pm |
※ Please beware of suspicious phone calls claiming to be offering vaccinations.
3) Links
■Information regarding the vaccine(MHLW)
https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/0000164708_00079.html
■Information regarding the vaccine (Prime Minister of Japan and His Cabinet)
A coronavirus infection control room is available
In order to ensure that all citizens who wish to receive the coronavirus vaccine are vaccinated without delay, a “Coronavirus infection control room” has been established within the Health Promotion Division to ensure the necessary vaccination systems.
