Japan Travel Vaccinations

Japan offers something for everyone all year round. Stunning scenery and cherry blossoms in Spring, snow activities in Winter and great cuisine 12 months of the year. You can even climb a mountain to demonstrate your level of fitness.

Many Australians work in Japan and use it as a base for more extensive travel. This must be considered when preparing an expatriate worker.

Health advice for Japan will vary depending on your reason for travel (holiday, work, volunteering, visiting friends or relatives), your accommodation (hotel, homestay or long term rental), length of stay, and time of year (eg typhoon season or winter flu season). Urban settings like Tokyo or Osaka may pose different considerations compared to rural areas or mountainous regions. Your current health status may also influence your travel plans. 

Japan has health concerns similar to Australia. However, travellers may face a greater risk of exposure to respiratory tract infections, particularly due to time spent in crowded spaces such as airports, bullet trains, subways and busy tourist attractions.

Consider packing a basic medical kit, along with any extras suited to your planned activities in Japan - eg - hiking, skiing or extended rail travel. Always carry a letter from your doctor listing your medications and keep it easily accessible. Never travel to Japan without comprehensive travel insurance, as medical costs can be high.