What documents and procedures are required/recommended during pregnancy and childbirth?
Maternity Health Record Book This book is to record check-ups of both mother and fetus, as well as vaccinations until the child enters elementary school. It is required when receiving various checkups and also when giving birth. The mother-to-be should register at the health and sanitation section of her municipal office to receive a Maternity Health Record Book. The book issued at municipal offices is generally written in Japanese. However, Record Books in the following languages are available: English, Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish, Korean, Thai, Indonesian, Tagalog. Notification of Childbirth Childbirth must be reported within 14 days at the municipal office nearest the place where the birth occurred or where the parents reside.
