Prepare test kits, antipyretic analgesics, food items, etc. in advance in case you develop a fever.

In preparation for the simultaneous epidemic of corona and influenza this winter (flyer made by Tokyo Metropolitan Government) (PDF765KB)

Examples of pharmaceuticals, etc.

Commercially available new corona antigen test kits <br>Choose a government-approved kit.
It is labeled as "in vitro diagnostic drug" or "class 1 drug".
Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare "Approval information for general antigen test kit (OTC) for new coronavirus infection" / Open in a separate window

Over-the-counter antipyretic analgesics <br>Let's refer to over-the-counter drugs containing the same ingredients as for medical use, which are posted on the websites of the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare and the Metropolitan Pharmacists Association.
Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare "How to choose an over-the-counter antipyretic analgesic"/Display in a separate window
Tokyo Pharmacist Association "Over-the-counter drugs containing the same ingredients as for medical use" / another window display

Thermometer Let's check the remaining battery level.

Daily necessities <br>Hand sanitizer, detergent, garbage bags, hygiene products, toilet paper, tissue paper, etc.

grocery example

Things that can rehydrate<br>Sports drinks, oral rehydration liquids, jelly drinks, etc.

Easy to eat even when you are not feeling well <br>Retort porridge, pack rice, udon noodles, etc.

Foods that can be easily eaten without cooking <br>Retort food, canned food, instant soup, instant miso soup, frozen food, etc.
Prepare for one week.

Consider vaccination

Novel Coronavirus Vaccine <br>The vaccine for the Omicron strain is expected to be more effective than the conventional type.
Those who are 12 years old or older who have completed the first and second vaccinations and who have been inoculated for more than 3 months since the last vaccination can be vaccinated.

See our vaccination page for more information.
New Coronavirus Vaccination Portal Page


flu vaccine
If you are 65 years of age or older and wish to be vaccinated for regular vaccinations, please get vaccinated as soon as possible.
It is possible to be vaccinated at the same time without leaving the interval with the new corona vaccine.
2021 Elderly people routine influenza vaccination

Influenza Vaccination for the Elderly Please check the linked page for simultaneous vaccination with the corona vaccine at the vaccination venue in Tokyo.
Bureau of Social Welfare and Public Health, Tokyo Metropolitan Government "Simultaneous inoculation of new coronavirus vaccine and influenza vaccine for the elderly" / Open in a separate window

Don't forget basic measures such as washing your hands, wearing a mask, and ventilation.