Japan Healthcare System: Costs, Insurance & Jobs for Expats
This blog post is a comprehensive guide to Japan’s healthcare system, written specifically for Indian expats and students. It debunks the myth of “free” healthcare, explaining the mandatory 70/30 co-pay system (SHIS) and the two main insurance types: National (NHI) and Employee (EHI). The guide details financial safety nets like the high-cost monthly cap and childbirth grants, offering practical advice on finding English-speaking doctors. It also provides a detailed look at healthcare job opportunities for Indians, contrasting the high-demand path for nurses with the challenging one for doctors.










