Vaccination Schedule for Children in Japan: Family Guide (2026)

Not medical advice. For clinical decisions, follow your pediatrician and local public health guidance.

Start here: pick a pediatric clinic

• Pediatric clinics in Japan

The maternal-child handbook (boshi techo)

Many families use the boshi techo to track growth and vaccinations. If you arrive from overseas:

• bring prior vaccination records (English/Japanese if possible)
• ask the clinic how they map prior doses to local schedules

Typical family workflow

1. register locally and choose a pediatric clinic
2. first visit: review history + planned schedule
3. book follow-up visits (some vaccines are multi-dose)
4. keep the handbook updated and store clinic handouts

Costs and municipal programs

Some vaccinations are supported through public programs; rules change. Ask:

• which vaccines are routine vs optional
• fees per visit
• whether your ward publishes a subsidy list

FAQ

Can we continue vaccines started abroad?
Often yes with records, but mapping varies. Bring documentation and let the clinic decide the next doses.

Do all clinics use the same schedule?
Core routine vaccines are broadly aligned, but timing and optional vaccines can differ — get your clinic’s written plan.

What if we miss an appointment?
Contact the clinic promptly to reschedule; do not guess dose timing at home.