Medical Visits in Kagoshima After Typhoon No.18 in 2026

The Japan Health Insurance Association announced that due to the 2026 Typhoon No.18 disaster in Kagoshima Prefecture, people who lost their health insurance card or kept it at home while evacuating can still receive medical care. At medical facilities, by giving your name, birth date, contact phone number, and workplace name, you can get treatment even without your insurance card. This rule applies in municipalities in Kagoshima that are designated under the Disaster Relief Act. Check the official Cabinet Office website for the list of affected areas. When you visit the doctor, just tell them the required information at the reception desk—no health insurance card needed. This measure helps disaster victims access medical treatment smoothly.