North Korea launched ballistic missiles from Tongchang-ri over Japan into the Sea of Japan. The missiles traveled about 4,600 km and reached an altitude and speed that showed the ability to hit Guam. The flight took 22 minutes. All projectiles landed outside Japan’s Exclusive Economic Zone. The missile reportedly reached altitudes of over 2,000 kilometers. … Read more

The U.S. created War Plan Orange to defeat Japan in the early 20th century. During World War II, it sold military supplies to allies. Today, Japan aims to boost military spending, which raises concerns about regional security and the balance of naval power. However, this cooperation was complex. The US sought to balance its interests … Read more

Mount Fuji is the prominent volcanic mountain in Japan. This active volcano rises to 3,776 meters, making it the tallest peak in the country. It symbolizes Japan’s culture and features in many art forms. Mount Fuji is also an essential part of Japan’s varied mountainous landscapes, shaped by its volcanic activity. Mount Fuji is located … Read more

In the 1970s, Japan provided children with the live attenuated measles vaccine. By the mid-1980s, vaccines for diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, measles, mumps, rubella, and polio were also given. The BCG vaccine was administered at age six, and influenza vaccination was mandatory for schoolchildren during this time. Japan also provided vaccinations against polio and tuberculosis. The … Read more

Vaccinations are not required for entry into Japan, but recommended vaccines include measles (MMR), hepatitis A, hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, tetanus, and polio. International travelers should ensure their routine immunizations are up-to-date. COVID-19 vaccination certificates and testing are not necessary for entry. Routine vaccines such as measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (DTP) should also … Read more

Japan uses the BNT162b2 mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, created by Pfizer and BioNTech. It was made available in February 2021 and mainly targets healthcare workers. This vaccine is the first mRNA vaccine approved in Japan and is vital for the country’s COVID-19 vaccination campaign. Japan’s selection of vaccines matters for several reasons. First, it ensures a … Read more

Japan administers various vaccines in its routine immunization program. Key vaccines include the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, pneumococcal vaccine, and the COVID-19 vaccine. Travelers should also get vaccinations for measles and Japanese encephalitis before visiting. Travelers should be aware of Japan’s vaccination requirements before departure. They may need proof of vaccination against … Read more

In the US, the MMR vaccine, inactivated poliovirus vaccine, and certain combination vaccines are approved but not available in Japan. Differences in healthcare regulations and public health policies explain the disparities in vaccine availability between these two countries. Travelers with US-approved vaccines must navigate Japan’s entry regulations. Some vaccines might not offer the same level … Read more

Japan has approved the ARCT-154 (Kostaive), an updated self-amplifying mRNA COVID-19 vaccine created by CSL and Arcturus Therapeutics. This vaccine aims to protect against the JN1 lineage of omicron subvariants and is for adults aged 18 years and older. The vaccine approval process involved extensive clinical trials. Researchers assessed its safety and efficacy against JN.1. … Read more

In Japan, children under two receive several recommended vaccinations. These include BCG, polio, DPT, measles, mumps, varicella, and Hib vaccines. Japanese encephalitis vaccine is advised for children from six months if they travel to affected areas. Japan has high vaccination coverage rates as of September 2022. At birth, infants receive the Hepatitis B vaccine. This … Read more