INFORMATION
（お知らせ）
Hamamatsu City Will Issue Vouchers for the 2026 Hamamatsu City National Health Insurance Specific Health Examinations
〈 令和8年度浜松市国保特定健康診査など受診券の発送 〉
Vouchers for specific health checkups and cancer screening for people enrolled in Hamamatsu City National Health Insurance aged 40 or older or enrolled in Advanced-Age Senior Citizen Medical Insurance were mailed in late March.
Take advantage of this opportunity to receive a health checkup.
Hamamatsu City National Health Insurance Specific Health Checkup
Cancer Screening
Fixed Asset and City Planning Taxes
〈 固定資産税・都市計画税 〉
- Tax Deadline for 1st Quarter:
- April 30 (Thu), 2026
Pay your taxes conveniently via bank transfer!
Extension of the Water Rate Reduction and Exemption Period
〈 水道料金の減免期間延長 〉
We are extending the period for water rate reductions and exemptions, which was originally scheduled to end with usage through March 31 (Tuesday), to cover usage through June 30 (Tue).
Children’s Allowance (Jidō Teate)
〈 児童手当 〉
The April payment (for February to March 2026) was deposited into your designated account on April 14 (Tue).
- Inquiries:
- Please contact the applicable support center from the list below
| Enquiries |
TEL |
| Chuo Child and Family Support Center |
053-457-2035 |
| Higashi Child and Family Support Center |
053-424-0175 |
| Nishi Child and Family Support Center |
053-597-1157 |
| Minami Child and Family Support Center |
053-425-1463 |
| Hamana Child and Family Support Center |
053-585-1121 |
| Kita Child and Family Support Center |
053-523-2893 |
| Tenryu Child and Family Support Center |
053-922-0023 |
Partial Subsidy for Pneumococcal Vaccinations for the Elderly
〈 高齢者用肺炎球菌ワクチン定期予防接種費用の一部助成 〉
- Eligibility:
-
- Those aged 65 on the day of vaccination(Vaccination coupons will be issued to those eligible).
- Individuals aged 60 to 64 on the day of vaccination who have a severe disability affecting their heart, kidney, respiratory system, or immune function, which can be proved by their Physical Disability Handbook.
- Application:
- Please make a reservation directly with an eligible medical facility
- Cost:
- Copayment: Please check the city website
People in households receiving public assistance: Free vaccination tickets will be mailed out
People in households where all members are exempt from municipal resident tax: Free of charge by either 1. or 2. below
- Present documentation at the medical institution proving that all members of your household are exempt from municipal tax
- Apply in advance at one of the Health Promotion Centers and present the free vaccination voucher issued there to the medical institution
※No reimbursements can be issued after vaccination
- What to bring when you get vaccinated:
- For 1: Vaccination coupon and an identification document (MyNumber card, etc.)
For 2: A document that confirms the degree of disability (e.g., physical disability handbook) or identification document (e.g., MyNumber card)
※The vaccine used for routine immunizations has been changed. Starting April 1 (Wed), we will be using the 20-valent pneumococcal vaccine (Prevenar 20(R))
- Those not eligible for the vaccine:
- Individuals who have previously received a publicly funded pneumococcal vaccine for the elderly
- Inquiries:
- Please contact the applicable Health Promotion Center from the list below
| Inquiries |
TEL |
| Chuo Health Promotion Center |
053-457-2891 |
| Chuo Health Promotion Center (Higashi) |
053-424-0125 |
| Chuo Health Promotion Center (Nishi) |
053-597-1120 |
| Chuo Health Promotion Center (Minami) |
053-425-1590 |
| Hamana Health Promotion Center |
053-585-1171 |
| Hamana Health Promotion Center (Kita) |
053-523-3121 |
| Tenryu Health Promotion Center |
053-925-3142 |
Adverse Reactions Due to Vaccination
〈 ワクチン接種による副反応 〉
Please consider getting vaccinated only after fully understanding both the benefits of preventing infection and the risks of side effects.Please be aware that adverse reactions may occur after vaccination. If you experience any unusual symptoms or changes in your health after vaccination, please consult with your doctor immediately.
Get Free Vaccinations for Your Child
〈 予防接種（無料）を受けましょう 〉
| Vaccinations |
Eligible for Free Vaccinations |
Period |
Measles &
Rubella Vaccine
1st Dose |
Age 1, until day before turning 2 |
Anytime |
Measles &
Rubella Vaccine
1st Dose |
Children born between April 2, 2022 and April 1, 2023 |
Until March 31, 2027 |
Measles &
Rubella Vaccine
2nd Dose |
Children born between April 2, 2020 and April 1, 2021 |
Until March 31, 2027 |
Measles &
Rubella Vaccine
2nd Dose |
Children born between April 2, 2018 and April 1, 2019 |
Until March 31, 2027 |
RS Virus
(Maternal-Fetal Immunity) |
Citizens who are pregnant and between 28 weeks 0 days and 36 weeks 6 days on the day of vaccination
※Since the efficacy of this vaccine has not been established in infants born within 14 days of vaccination, please consult your doctor if you are expecting to give birth by 38 weeks and 6 days of pregnancy |
Starting April 1 (Wed)
※One vaccination per pregnancy is covered by public funds |
※Those who wish to receive vaccinations at a medical institution other than those designated by the city, due to returning to their hometown or other reasons, must apply in advance
| Inquiries |
TEL |
| Chuo Health Promotion Center |
053-457-2891 |
| Chuo Health Promotion Center (Higashi) |
053-424-0125 |
| Chuo Health Promotion Center (Nishi) |
053-597-1120 |
| Chuo Health Promotion Center (Minami) |
053-425-1590 |
| Hamana Health Promotion Center |
053-585-1171 |
| Hamana Health Promotion Center (Kita) |
053-523-3121 |
| Tenryu Health Promotion Center |
053-925-3142 |
We Will Send You a Voucher to Redeem Your Daily Life Assistance Gift Certificates
〈 生活支援商品券の引換券を送付します 〉
To help alleviate the impact of inflation on daily life, we will send redemption vouchers (worth 3,000 yen) to eligible individuals.
- Eligibility:
- Persons who are registered as residents of Hamamatsu City as of January 1, 2026, and who fall into one of the following categories:
- Persons aged 65 or older who were born on or before December 31, 1960
- Persons exempt from resident tax for the 2025 fiscal year (excluding those living in the same household as a person who was taxed, that person’s dependents, etc.)
※Please refer to the notice enclosed with your redemption voucher for details on how and where to redeem your voucher
- Inquiries:
- Call center for the Daily Life Assistance Gift Certificate Program Tel. 0120-456-002
Please Cooperate with the Survey on the Current Status of the Elderly in the Community
〈 地域高齢者実態調査にご協力をお願いします 〉
We will conduct a survey targeting elderly individuals living alone who have recently turned 80.
Community welfare committee members (carrying identification) will visit the homes of subject individuals to inquire about their living conditions, health, and emergency contact information, in order to provide local support and assistance in case of an emergency.
- Period:
- Through May 31 (Sun)
- Eligibility:
- Elderly individuals living alone or members of households consisting solely of elderly individuals who, during the one-year period ending in January 2026, fall into any of the following categories:
- Those who have turned 80
- Those aged 80 or older whose household status has changed
- Those who have turned 65
- Those aged 65 to 79 whose household status has changed
※Items 3. and 4. are generally excluded from the survey, but we may conduct a survey to determine whether support is needed
Consultations for Foreign Residents (Free)
〈 外国人のための相談会（無料） 〉
| Details |
Date |
Time |
| Mediatory Consultations between Foreign and Japanese People with an Administrative Scrivener (Alternative Dispute Resolution) |
May 2 (Sat) |
13:00 - 16:00 |
| Consultations with a Lawyer |
May 9 (Sat), 28 (Thu) |
13:00 - 16:00 |
| Consultations with a Labor and Social Insurance Consultant |
May 21 (Thu) |
13:00 - 16:00 |
| Consultations about Residence Status |
Jun 4 (Tue) |
13:00 - 16:00 |
- Venue:
- CREATE Hamamatsu (Hayauma-cho, Chuo-ku)
- Application:
- In person or by telephone (on a first come, first served basis)
Graduation ceremonies for municipal kindergartens, elementary, junior-high, and high schools in fiscal year 2026
〈 令和8年度市立幼稚園、小・中学校、市立高等学校の卒業（園）式 〉
| Graduation Ceremonies |
Date |
| Kindergartens |
March 16 (Tue), 2027, Morning |
| Elementary Schools |
March 19 (Fri), 2027, Morning |
| Junior High Schools |
March 18 (Thu), 2027, Morning |
| Municipal Senior High Schools |
March 1 (Mon), 2027, Morning |
※Enquire for details about kindergartens with the Childcare Facility Administration Division, Enquire about elementary, junior high, and senior high schools with the Education Center.
Hamamatsu Flower Park
〈 フラワーパーク 〉
| Details |
Date |
| 1. A Guide for Places to See Spring Wisteria |
April 25 (Sat) 13:20 – 14:10 |
| 2. Wisteria Blossoms & Smile Garden Light-up |
April 25 (Sat) - May 5 (Tue) 18:00 – 20:00 |
| 3. Flower Walk |
May 9 (Sat) 10:00 – 12:00 |
| 4. A Walk Through Smile Garden in Early Summer with a Gardener |
May 10 (Sun) 10:30 – 11:00 |
| 5. A Spring Walk Full of Knowledge |
May 10 (Sun) 13:00 – 15:00 |
| 6. Rhododendron Exhibition |
May 22 (Fri) - May 24 (Sun) 9:00 – 17:00 |
Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika
〈 フルーツパーク時之栖 〉
| Details |
Date |
| 1. Child Rearing Support Day |
May 13 (Wed) |
| 2. Work Vehicles & Fire Prevention Day |
April 26 (Sun) 10:00 – 14:00 |
| 3. Parent-Child Disaster Preparedness Experience Festival |
April 26 (Sun) 10:00 – 14:00 |