{"id":30737,"date":"2026-08-11T15:42:55","date_gmt":"2026-08-11T07:42:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/?p=30737"},"modified":"2026-08-11T15:42:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T07:42:55","slug":"health-insurance-for-canadians-in-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/health-insurance-for-canadians-in-japan.html","title":{"rendered":"Health Insurance for Canadian Expats in Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian expats in Japan can choose either public health insurance or private health insurance to cover their medical needs. International insurance plans such as those offered by AXA, Cigna Global, and more are the most popular with expats for their customizable, portable coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you a Canadian expat looking for better insurance coverage in Japan? Or are you thinking about moving from Canada to Japan? In this article, we will cover the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/asia\/japan-health-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare system in Japan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and what <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/international-health-insurance-in-japan-foreigners-guide.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">health insurance options<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are available for Canadian expats in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-72' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-72-new.css?v1.47' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-72-link CompareNowbutton\">\n        <div class=\"inserter-72-new\">\n            <h3>Start by Comparing <br>Insurance Plans Online<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/desktop.png\" alt=\" \">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n                <p>Browse and Compare 50,000+ <br>International Health Plans<\/p>\n                <button>Compare NOW<\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the Japanese Healthcare System<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30742 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-measures-an-elderly-patients-blood-pressure-during-a-clinic-visit.webp\" alt=\"Image of Doctor Measures An Elderly Patient\u2019s Blood Pressure During A Clinic Visit with text overlay of &quot;Understanding the Japanese Healthcare System&quot;\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-measures-an-elderly-patients-blood-pressure-during-a-clinic-visit.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-measures-an-elderly-patients-blood-pressure-during-a-clinic-visit-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-measures-an-elderly-patients-blood-pressure-during-a-clinic-visit-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-measures-an-elderly-patients-blood-pressure-during-a-clinic-visit-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-measures-an-elderly-patients-blood-pressure-during-a-clinic-visit-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Japan&#8217;s universal healthcare system ensures everyone, including foreigners, gets the medical care they need, with everyone joining either the public National Health Insurance (NHI) or a social health insurance plan through their employer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overview of Health Insurance for Canadian Expats in Japan<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding Japan\u2019s health insurance requirements helps expats avoid legal and financial issues. Japan&#8217;s public system covers citizens and foreigners to ensure accessible quality medical care, and those working for Japanese companies may qualify for Shakai Hoken. Private plans are also available.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legal Health Insurance Requirements for Expats in Japan<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats in Japan must sign up for health insurance. Depending on your employment status, you either enroll in Japan&#8217;s National Health Insurance (NHI) (\u56fd\u6c11\u5065\u5eb7\u4fdd\u967a) or Shakai Hoken (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u793e\u4f1a\u4fdd\u967a)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This law makes sure everyone, including foreigners, can get healthcare.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For self-employed expats, those working part-time, or those who are unemployed, register for NHI at your local city or ward office. Any resident of Japan with a visa longer than three months who is registered as a resident can enroll in NHI.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full-time workers are automatically enrolled in Shakai Hoken when they start working at an incorporated company in Japan. Employers will handle the paperwork.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-24' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Asia_5.jpg\" alt=\"blog banner asia 5\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Japan&#8217;s National Health Insurance System<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The NHI offers full coverage to everyone who has lived in Japan for at least three months, including foreigners under 75 who have valid visas. Enrollment in the NHI is mandatory if you are not covered by any other forms of health insurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The NHI is co-administered by each prefecture and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mhlw.go.jp\/stf\/english\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. As such, premiums will vary depending on the prefecture you\u2019re staying in. Premiums are based on enrollees\u2019 household income and size.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coverage Details and Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The NHI provides a wide range of medical services. This includes hospital stays, outpatient care, and prescriptions. For the insured services, the NHI will cover 70% of the costs, and you will be required to pay the remaining 30% out of pocket.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee Health Insurance in Japan<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Shakai Hoken is a key part of Japan\u2019s healthcare system. It&#8217;s a social insurance that covers people who work. It is funded by both the employer and the employee, with premiums deducted from monthly salaries and matched by the employer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shakai Hoken helps employees, and sometimes their families, get the medical care they need, depending on the employer\u2019s plan. Under the scheme, employees have the same 70% coverage of medical costs as NHI as well as the following benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lump-sum childbirth allowance and income support during maternity leave to help families manage their expenses during this period.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you cannot work due to illness or injury, Shakai Hoken pays about two-thirds of your salary for up to 18 months, ensuring income stability.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employees earn pension rights that provide monthly payments in retirement, offering long-term financial security after leaving the workforce.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you become disabled, Shakai Hoken provides financial support to help cover living costs and maintain independence.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When an insured person passes away, family members may receive survivor\u2019s pension payments to support their livelihood.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Funeral allowance is available to help families cover costs when an insured person dies, easing financial stress during difficult times.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-23' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Asia_4.jpg\" alt=\"blog banner asia 4\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligibility and Requirements<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enrolling in Shakai Hoken is mandatory for all incorporated Japanese companies or sole proprietorships and unincorporated businesses with five or more regular employees. Canadian expats in Japan usually have to join if their company is part of the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private Health Insurance Options<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian expats in Japan can get fully comprehensive coverage through private health insurance. Japan&#8217;s National Health Insurance (NHI) covers a lot, but private insurance can fill in the gaps. It can also give access to private hospitals and treatments not covered by NHI.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International Health Insurance Plans<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International health insurance plans are a top pick for expats. They offer flexibility and coverage worldwide. These plans let you access top medical facilities globally and may include medical evacuation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some top providers in Japan for Canadian expats include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allianz Care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna Global<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AXA Global<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IMG<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April International<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-22' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Asia_3.jpg\" alt=\"blog banner asia 3\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allianz Care<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/allianz\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allianz Care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a trusted name among expats for its international health insurance plans. Their offerings in Japan include coverage for routine medical care, specialist consultations, and emergency evacuation services. Allianz\u2019s flexible policies cater to both individuals and families.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats in Japan can choose between three different tiers for Allianz Care\u2019s international health insurance plans: <\/span><b>Care Base<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Care Enhanced<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>Care Signature<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Expats looking for comprehensive medical coverage with preventative and vision coverage can opt for the Care Pro plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"4\"><b>Allianz Care Health Insurance Plans: Annual Benefit Limits (CAD\/JPY)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><b>Care Base Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Care Enhanced Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Care Signature Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual Limit<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,844,100 (\u00a5215,595,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$3,688,200 (\u00a53,688,200)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$6,830,000 (\u00a5798,500,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AXA Global<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/insurer-axa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AXA Global<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a wonderful choice for expats in Japan with its range of differing coverage and customizable additional benefits. They offer short-term and long-term plans, with comprehensive coverage for any medical needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is an overview of the benefits included in each of AXA\u2019s tiered offerings. Note that each tier includes optional add-ons for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wellness programs and preventive screenings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Foundation Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Offers basic <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">inpatient and day-care, emergency evacuation, and multilingual support.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Standard Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Adds <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">outpatient, dental, and repatriation benefits to the Foundation plan benefits.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Comprehensive Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes maternity, chronic condition support, and vision care plus all Standard plan benefits.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prestige Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Includes Comprehensive plan benefits with annual health reviews and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">higher limits on routine pregnancy care.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prestige Plus Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Features all previous benefits but with top-tier limits <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and enhanced services.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"6\"><b>AXA Health Insurance Plans: Annual Benefit Limits (CAD\/JPY)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><b>Foundation Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Standard Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Comprehensive Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Prestige Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Prestige Plus Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual Limit<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$218,560 (\u00a525,552,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2,185,600 (\u00a5255,520,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$3,278,400 (\u00a5383,280,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4,371,200 (\u00a5511,040,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$10,928,000 (\u00a51,277,600,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April International<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers\/april-international\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April International<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has over 30 years of experience in the international health insurance market. They provide both comprehensive and flexible plans to expats while in Japan. They provide varying levels of coverage, fully customizable policies, and a wide direct billing network.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Overview of April International expat health insurance plans:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Emergency Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Offers entry-level coverage with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $341,500 (\u00a539,925,000)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> annual benefits, including hospitalization for emergencies, cancer care in emergencies, and medical repatriation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Formule Basic Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Provides <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $683,000 (\u00a579,850,000)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in annual coverage, including hospitalization, comprehensive cancer treatment, limited outpatient care, basic dental (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $683 (\u00a579,850)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/year), and vision (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $205 (\u00a523,955)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> every two years).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Essential Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Offers <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $1,366,000 (\u00a5159,700,000)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in annual benefits with full hospitalization, enhanced outpatient care, maternity (up to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $4,098 (\u00a5479,100)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), enhanced dental (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $1,366 (\u00a5159,700)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/year), vision (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $342 (\u00a539,925)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> every two years), and partial private room coverage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Comfort Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Boosts benefits with full hospitalization, advanced cancer care, maternity care (up to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $8,196 (\u00a5958,200)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), higher outpatient and preventive care, dental care (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $2,732 (\u00a5319,400)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/year), vision care (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $683 (\u00a579,850)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> every two years), and full private room coverage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Premium Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Features top-tier coverage with advanced hospitalization, premium cancer care, maternity care (up to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $16,392 (\u00a51,916,400)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), the most generous dental (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $5,464 (\u00a5638,800)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/year) and vision (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAD $956 (\u00a5111,790)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> every two years) benefits, plus full private room coverage.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is a detailed overview of April International\u2019s MyHealth plans for expats, with benefits and coverage levels varying by tier.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"6\"><b>April International Health Insurance Plans: Annual Benefit Limits (CAD\/JPY)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><b>Emergency Plan\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Basic Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Essential Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Comfort Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Premium Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual Limit\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$341,500 (\u00a539,925,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$683,000 (\u00a579,850,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,366,000 (\u00a5159,700,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2,049,000 (\u00a5239,550,000)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for Bahamas, Japan,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Puerto Rico, Singapore, and<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">United States.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest of the World: Unlimited\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4,098,000 (\u00a5479,100,000)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for Bahamas, Japan,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Puerto Rico, Singapore, and<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">United States.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest of the World: Unlimited\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-21' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Asia_2.jpg\" alt=\"blog banner asia 2\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna Global<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/insurer-cigna\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna Global<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides flexible insurance plans to expats in Japan with 24\/7 access to a customer care team. Their plans are both customizable and comprehensive. Cigna has Silver, Gold, and Platinum plans with different levels of coverage and limits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna\u2019s international health insurance is structured across multiple tiers:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Silver Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Provides essential benefits, including inpatient and day patient care, palliative care, mental health support, emergency hospitalization outside your coverage area, and transplant services.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gold Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Expands coverage to include advanced imaging, rehabilitation, home nursing, obesity treatment, emergency treatments, and congenital conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Platinum Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The most comprehensive option, featuring extensive inpatient care, palliative care, parent\/guardian hospital accommodation, transplant services, and complementary therapies such as acupuncture.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those seeking coverage limited to Japan and their home country, the <\/span><b>Close Care<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plan is a practical and cost-effective option.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"5\"><b>Cigna Health Insurance Plans: Annual Benefit Limits (CAD\/JPY)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><b>Silver Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Gold Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Platinum Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Close Care Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual Limit<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,366,000 (\u00a5159,700,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2,732,000 (\u00a5319,400,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlimited<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$683,000 (\u00a579,850,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coverage Area<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Worldwide<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Worldwide<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Worldwide<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Country of residence and country of origin<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IMG<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers\/img\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IMG<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides international health insurance plans for expats in Japan. They offer comprehensive policies and superior services to their members, like crisis support and preventative care. Their global medical plans come in Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum categories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bronze and Silver provide core hospital coverage with surgery and evacuation included, along with optional extras like dental, vision, or telemedicine for added flexibility. These plans give expats in Japan strong yet affordable protection abroad.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gold builds further with lifetime evacuation cover, while Platinum introduces maternity and newborn benefits plus the highest coverage limits. Together, they deliver adaptable, long-term solutions for expats seeking reliable international health protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"5\"><b>IMG Health Insurance Plans: Annual Benefit Limits (CAD\/JPY)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><b>Bronze Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Silver Plan<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Coverage Highlights<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Gold Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Platinum Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual Limit<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,366,000 (\u00a5159,700,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$6,830,000 (\u00a5798,500,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$6,830,000 (\u00a5798,500,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$10,928,000 (\u00a51,277,600,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coverage Highlights<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Inpatient services, outpatient surgery, worldwide care, and emergency evacuation (up to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$68,300 (\u00a57,985,000)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bronze benefits plus expanded outpatient treatment and greater international access<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Silver benefits with evacuation extended to lifetime limits<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gold benefits plus maternity and newborn care after a qualifying period<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-20' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<!--<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Asia_1.jpg\" alt=\"blog banner asia 1\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p>-->\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Asia_1.jpg\" alt=\"blog banner asia 1\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Use a Broker for Health Insurance in Japan<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many benefits to employing an international health insurance broker, like Pacific Prime, to help you stay insured during your stay in Japan, whether they\u2019re quoting and comparing plans from multiple providers to finding the plans that satisfy your medical needs and stay within your budget.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the key benefits of working with an international health insurance broker is that a broker represents the client, not the insurance companies. Through a broker, you can easily quote and compare different plans from multiple providers to find one that best suits your needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurance Brokers Handle Administrative Tasks<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the benefits of working with an insurance broker is that there are fewer administrative tasks for you. Travelers and expats will have an easier time because the broker can correspond with insurers on their behalf, manage policy documentation, help process their claims, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurance Brokers Offer Continuous Support<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You remain a client of your selected insurance broker after you secure the policy. The broker will continue to assist you in renewing your plan, updating it, and filing claims. You\u2019ll be able to reach out with questions and receive support from your insurance broker.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurance Brokers Offer Personalized Options and Market Insights<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurance brokers are experts on policy options and market trends. You\u2019ll be able to customize plans based on your budget and needs because an insurance broker will help you secure the best fit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurance Brokers Advocate and Mediate on Behalf of Policyholders<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your relationship with your broker means that the broker will support you and work to keep your loyalty. They also understand the terminology of insurance and can help mediate with insurance companies. You\u2019ll have much more security with an advocate in your corner.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find the Right Health Insurance with Pacific Prime<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the NHI offers basic medical coverage and access to public healthcare, it is highly recommended that expats secure their own <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/health-insurance-plans\/international-health-insurance-plan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">private health insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to cover the gaps in coverage. Finding the right plan for you can be a daunting task, and that is where Pacific Prime can help you!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Prime is a global insurance broker with over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry. Our insurance experts can help you filter through different insurance plans from our extensive list of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">insurance partners<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you find a plan that suits you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today for impartial advice or an obligation-free<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quote<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-73' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-73-new.css?v1.67' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-73-link CompareNowbutton\">\n  <div class=\"inserter-73-new\">\n    <div class=\"inserter-left-box\">\n        <h3>Kickstart Your Search for the Perfect Insurer<\/h3>        \n        <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n            <p>Compare over <br>50,000 Plans <br>from Top Insurers<\/p>\n            <button >Compare NOW<\/button>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    \n    <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/mobile.png\" alt=\" \" class=\"banner-img-mobile\">            \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n<style>\n\n.inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {right: -31%;}\n@media (max-width: 1199px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -20px;\n  }\n@media (max-width: 991px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -10px;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: auto;\n    width: 30%;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 512px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: 200px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is health insurance mandatory to live in Japan?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All residents staying in Japan for more than three months must enroll in either the National Health Insurance program or Shakai Hoken, which is the employee health insurance for all full-time workers in Japan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How does Japan\u2019s healthcare system compare to Canada&#8217;s?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Japan\u2019s healthcare is faster and more affordable than Canada\u2019s, with fixed pricing and 70% coverage under national insurance. While both offer universal care, Japan\u2019s system is more efficient, though language and cultural differences may challenge Canadian expats.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are there English-speaking healthcare facilities in Japan?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Japan has English-speaking doctors and clinics, especially in major cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. These facilities often cater to expats and offer services such as multilingual staff, direct billing with international insurers, and online appointment booking.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Canadian expats in Japan can choose either public health insurance or private health insurance to cover their medical needs. International insurance plans such as those offered by AXA, Cigna Global, and more are the most popular with expats for their customizable, portable coverage. 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