Emergencies

What to do when faced with an emergency in Japan

The Basics

The nationwide emergency phone numbers are:

Emergency Call to Police:110
Fire, Ambulance or Emergency Rescue:119

You can read more here about earthquakes and typhoons.

What to do in a Medical Emergency in Japan

Here is a useful page: Medical Emergencies in Japan: How to Communicate in Japanese

Emergency Preparedness for US Citizens in Japan

You can find good information here about how to prepare for potential emergencies in Japan.

They also provide information about a Safety Tips app, supplied by the Japan Tourism Agency:

Safety Tips App

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