Birth costs & benefits
Common costs and financial support, including information for residents of Japan.
Important: This content is educational and does not replace diagnosis or advice from a doctor, obstetric clinician or midwife.
What to know
In Japan, the childbirth lump-sum allowance is generally ¥500,000 per child for eligible public health-insurance members. Actual costs and eligibility vary, so confirm with MHLW and your insurer.
Medical sources
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