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Vaccinations Japan

Planning a trip to Japan soon? Preparing well can help make your holiday enjoyable and safe. It is important to note that visiting Japan carries certain health risks, so vaccinations are recommended and may even be mandatory. The vaccinations you will need depend on factors such as the regions you will be visiting and the length of your stay. Simply make an appointment with us to get personalised travel advice.

Japan is a country and an island nation in the east of Asia. The country consists of 14,125 islands, with Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu being the largest. Japan has a variable climate, with mild temperatures in spring and autumn. Summers are warm and humid, with temperatures around 30 degrees Celsius, while winters can be cold, with temperatures falling below zero. Rainfall occurs year-round, but the most rainfall is typically in June and July.

For personalised travel advice and vaccinations, come see our travel nurses at KLM Health Services. They are ready to assist you. Keep an eye on the current safety situation at your destination and read our travel tips.

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  • partly_cloudy_day Variety of climates
  • rainy 120 days per year
  • flight_takeoff Best time to travel is March to May, October to November

Mandatory vaccinations

None

Health risks and recommended vaccinations

ChikungunyaDengue feverHepatitis BJapanese encephalitisTick-borne encephalitisZika virus
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