英語（English）

National Health Insurance is a system that all residents living in Japan must join, except those who are enrolled in an employee health insurance plan, the Late-Stage Elderly Medical Care System, or those receiving public assistance. In return for paying insurance premiums, National Health Insurance members can receive medical care by paying only 30% of the cost (20% in some cases).

Insurance premiums can be paid at banks, convenience stores, or through smartphone payment services (such as PayPay). To avoid missing payments, automatic bank account transfer is recommended. If you bring the cash card (ATM card) for one of the following financial institutions to city hall, you can register on the spot:

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Ikeda Senshu Bank, Mizuho Bank, Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, Resona Bank, Kiyo Bank, Osaka Shinkin Bank, Japan Post Bank, Kansai Mirai Bank, or Izumino Agricultural Cooperative.

If a payment is not made by the due date, a payment demand notice will be sent and you will be charged a handling fee.

(Sample of Payment Reminder)