COVID-19 Vaccination Guidance(1st and 2nd Shot)(新型コロナウイルスワクチン1・2回目接種に関するご案内)
Last updated date:2023/9/11
This notification is being sent to individuals who are eligible to receive the first and second vaccination .
Vaccination Flow
- Reserve a vaccination slot
Reservation applications can be made immediately with the enclosed vaccination voucher. - Receive the vaccination (twice)
<Standard interval between the 1st and 2nd shots>
- Pfizer vaccine : 3 weeks
- Takeda (Novavax) vaccine : 3 weeks
Vaccinations
Types of vaccines | Eligible ages |
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Pfizer vaccine | Ages 12 and up |
Takeda vaccine (Novavax) |
Regarding shots for children under 16 years of age
Elementary school students | Must be accompanied |
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Students in junior high and up | Unless authorized by the vaccinating medical institution, the child must be accompanied. |
If it is difficult for the guardian to be present, a relative, etc., who is familiar with the health condition of the child to be vaccinated can be present on behalf of the guardian. A letter of proxy is not required, but the guardian should sign the pre-vaccination medical questionnaire.
◆ Filling in the pre-vaccination medical questionnaire
●Phone number field
Provide an emergency contact number for the guardian where they can be reached during the day.
●Signature field
A guardian should provide the signature.
Reservations
It is necessary to obtain a reservation to receive a vaccination. Reservations can be applied for using the enclosed vaccination voucher.
Vaccination at Venues Reserved via the City
Dedicated Reservation Site (Japanese page)
Dedicated Reservation Site(外部サイト)
Hours: 24-hours per day(also accepted on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
Course for the City's dedicated reservation website from login through reservation
(1) Access the site
Use the above Link to access the dedicated reservation website.
(2) Log in
Input the "vaccination voucher number" from your vaccination voucher.
The password is your 8-digit (Western calendar) birth date. (E.g. January 1, 1960 → 19600101)
(3) Register your email address, and check the confirmation email (first login only)
(4) Enter your name (in kana) and phone number
(5) Proceed to the reservation screen from [Reserve / Amend] from My Page
(6) Proceed to the search screen from [Select Vaccination Venue]
(7) Search for a vaccination venue
It is possible to run searches on [Vaccine Type], [Vaccination Venue] and [Date Specification].
(8) Select the date and time of the reservation
(9) Check to ascertain that the reservation has been completed, as well as the reservation details.
The confirmation screen will be displayed once the reservation has been completed.
A [Reservation Confirmation Notice] will also be sent to the registered e-mail address.
Official City LINE Account
[Official Yokohama City LINE Account] and [Follow]
Official City LINE Account(外部サイト)
* Registering your account information to make a reservation via LINE will mean that you are no longer able to make reservations on the dedicated reservation site.
Hours: 24-hours per day(also accepted on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
Reservation Call Center
TEL 0120-045-112
Hours: 09:00 to 19:00 (also accepted on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
* Make sure you dial the correct number.
* Making reservations hours and days may be subject to change in the future.
Fax reservations
FAX 045-550-4226
Hours: 09:00 to 19:00 (weekdays only)
People with hearing loss who cannot make a reservation on a computer or smartphone may apply for a reservation via fax.
For further details,please check the link below. (Japanese page)
Vaccination reservation for the hearing impaired
Dedicated phone for reservation cancellation
TEL 0120-045-154
Hours: 09:00 to 19:00 (also accepted on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
* The Dedicated phone for reservation cancellation only accepts the cancellation of "Vaccination at Venues Reserved via the City". It is also possible to cancel reservations made on the reservation website.
Vaccination Venue Vacancy Search (Japanese page)
https://www.city.yokohama.lg.jp/search-vaccine/
It is now possible to run searches for vaccination venues with vacancies from the city website (both vaccination venues for which reservations are accepted by the city, and medical institutions that accept direct reservations).
● You can search for a vaccination venue by address, nearest station, vaccine type, etc.
● Information on openings is updated periodically and may not be up to date.
● You cannot make an appointment directly from the search page for openings.
● For vaccination venues offering the Takeda (Novavax) vaccine, search by vaccine type and select “Other.”
Consultations Related to Side Effects
- The main side effects are pain at the injection site, headaches, muscle and joint pain, fatigue, chills, fever, etc. In rare cases, serious side effects such as shock or anaphylaxis could occur. If you have symptoms of concern after the shot, talk to the vaccinating physician or your family doctor.
- In extremely rare cases there are reports of possible myocarditis or pericarditis following vaccination (*). If you have symptoms such as chest pain, palpitations, shortness of breath, or swelling a few days after the shot, get examined at a medical institution immediately. (*) These symptoms occur more often after the second shot than the first, and occur more often in young people, especially males.
- In extremely rare cases, Guillain-Barre syndrome has been reported to occur after mRNA vaccinations (Pfizer). If you have symptoms such as weakened limbs or numbness after the shot, get examined at a medical institution immediately.
Kanagawa Prefecture COVID-19 Call Center for Side Effect, etc., Consultations
045-285-0719 (Available 24 hours a day)
FAX: 045-548-3562 (Dedicated fax number for people with hearing disabilities)
Support provided: Specialized consultations where medical knowledge is required, such as for side effects that persist after the shot, etc.
* We do not provide referrals to specific medical institutions.
Reservations by Proxy (For People Without PCs or Smartphones)
Eligible People
People who do not possess a computer, smartphone or other device, making internet (web) reservations difficult.
Details
The procedures for reserving by proxy, and cancelling or amending reservations for people wishing to receive a vaccination at " Vaccination at Venues Reserved via the City".
Hours
09:00 to 17:00 (weekdays only)
* Times may differ for certain post offices.
* Advance reservations are not required, although the counters may be crowded.
Item to Bring
1st and 2nd vaccination voucher
Post offices in the city(counters manned by post office employees) *Ends on January 31, 2023.
Note that these counters only accept reservations by proxy for vaccinations, and do not provide consultations on any other subject.
Reservations by proxy are not accepted at the following four locations.
- Kanagawa Post Office (Kanagawa Ward)
- Tsubakigaoka Post Office (Kanazawa Ward)
- Yokohama City University Hospital Post Office (Kanazawa Ward)
- Yokohama Oroshihoncho Post Office (Seya Ward)
Spot
Ward Administration Offices(staff in each ward office designated for vaccination consultations)
In addition to accepting reservations by proxy for vaccinations, these counters also provide consultations on various other topics, such as the vaccinations, reservation support for medical institutions accepting direct reservations, vaccination certificates, etc.
Points to Note on the Day of Vaccination
- Take your temperature, and if it is clear that you have a fever or are otherwise feeling unwell, you are requested to forego the vaccination and cancel your reservation. (If you are due to receive your vaccination from a venue reserved via the city, use the special telephone number for cancelling reservations listed on page 1.)
- Wear clothing to the venue that allows easy access to your shoulders.
Items to Bring on the Day
Things included in this envelope
- 1st and 2nd vaccination voucher
Do not remove the stickers.
The bottom right portion of the vaccination voucher (vaccination certificate) is an important document certifying that the vaccination was performed. Keep the voucher after the shot. Do not dispose of it. - Pre-vaccination questionnaire
Thoroughly, fill in the form in advance and take it with you to the vaccination venue.Read the [Explanation on COVID-19 Vaccination] at the hospital.
Things to prepare
- Personal ID (Individual Number Card, Health Insurance Card, etc.)
- Medication handbook (if available)
Precautions
- This information is current as of September 11, 2023. The details may change according to conditions at the national level, etc.
- This guidance does not mandate the vaccination shot. Make sure you understand both the preventive benefits and risk of side effects before considering vaccination.
- Please remember not to discriminate against people around you, including your co-workers, on whether they receive the vaccine.
Information regarding vaccinations in Yokohama City is available from the following sources
City of Yokohama COVID-19 Vaccination Call Center
TEL 0120-045-070
*Ensure you call the correct number.
Hours: 09:00 to 19:00 (also accepted on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
Supported languages: English, 中文, 한국어, Tiếng Việt, नेपाली, Português, Español, 日本語
FAX 050-3588-7191
*The fax number is for inquiries by those with hearing loss.