Public Service Announcement for Yokohama City

15th October 2025

This week's edition is on influenza vaccinations for senior citizens.

Routine vaccinations, with part of the cost covered by public funds, are available during the period from 1st October to 31st December.

Those eligible are people aged 65 and over, and those aged 60-64 with applicable disabilities. As a rule, the co-payment is 2,300 yen.

Vaccination is a personal decision, so please consult your family doctor or other healthcare provider to understand the effects and side effects etc. when considering vaccination.

For more information, search "Yokohama City senior citizens influenza", and view the city's webpage.

For enquiries about vaccination, please call the ‘Yokohama City Vaccinations Call Center’.

Calls will be handled in Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Nepali. 

The telephone number is 045-330-8561.

Calls will be answered between 9am and 5pm, except for on weekends and national holidays, and at year end/new year.

Daily infection control is also important.

To prevent catching it,

Before meals and after arriving home, you should wash your hands with soap.

Maintain 50-60% humidity in rooms.

Get enough sleep and eat balanced meals.

To prevent infecting others,

If you’re coughing or sneezing, cover your mouth and nose with a mask or handkerchief.

If you have been diagnosed with influenza, you may still be contagious even after your temperature has gone down. You should stay off work or school for a few days from the day after your temperature goes down.

If you have symptoms, consult a medical institution. Please wear a mask when you visit the doctor.