Do I need vaccines for Tokyo and Kyoto?

Japan is a low risk destination for urban travel. NaTHNaC still recommends Hepatitis A for most travellers, and your routine Tetanus, diphtheria and polio booster should be up to date. Japanese Encephalitis is not needed for city only travel.

How soon before my trip should I come in?

Ideally 4 to 6 weeks ahead if you need Japanese Encephalitis. For urban only trips, even a few days before departure is fine for Tetanus boosters and Hepatitis A, both give meaningful protection quickly.

Hepatitis A can be given from age 1 and Japanese Encephalitis from 2 months under specialist advice. Most family trips to Tokyo and Kyoto need only routine cover and Hepatitis A.

See aquatravelclinic.co.uk/pricing for individual vaccine prices. A typical urban Japan traveller spends around 80 to 120 pounds for Tetanus and Hepatitis A combined.

Where exactly are you?

59 Mill Lane, West Hampstead NW6 1NB, 1 minute from West Hampstead Overground, Jubilee and Thameslink, 5 minutes from Kilburn and Cricklewood.

Japan Travel Vaccines, Aqua Travel Clinic West Hampstead

Q: When is Japanese Encephalitis recommended?

Only for travellers spending significant time in rural rice farming areas during the May to October transmission season. A two dose course is given on days 0 and 28, so plan ahead by at least a month.

Travel vaccines for Japan

Tetanus, Hepatitis A and Japanese Encephalitis advice for Tokyo, Kyoto and rural travel, all in one short consultation, one minute from West Hampstead station.

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What is included in your Japan travel consultation

Everything you need for a safe Japan trip, in one short appointment with a GPhC registered pharmacist.

Tetanus, diphtheria and polio booster

10 yearly booster recommended for all international travel, including short urban trips to Tokyo and Kyoto.

Hepatitis A vaccination

Standard NaTHNaC recommendation for Japan. Single dose protects for around 12 months, 25 years with a booster.

Japanese Encephalitis (rural only)

Recommended only for travellers spending time in rural rice farming areas May to October, or longer rural stays. Two doses on days 0 and 28.

Itinerary review and written plan

Pharmacist led review of your route, accommodation and activities, with a written checklist before you leave.

How your Japan appointment works

From booking to boarding in four short steps with a GPhC registered pharmacist.

Step 1

1. Book online

Pick a time at aquatravelclinic.co.uk/booking. Most travellers get an appointment within the week.

Step 2

2. Quick travel history

The pharmacist reviews your itinerary, accommodation, activities and medical history.

Step 3

3. Vaccinate as needed

Tetanus boosters, Hepatitis A and Japanese Encephalitis (rural travellers) as required, given on the spot.

Step 4

4. Practical advice

Written checklist covering food and water hygiene, mosquito bite avoidance for rural areas, and pharmacy access in Japan.

Travel vaccines for Japan, at a glance

Japan is a low risk destination for urban travel in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and other major cities. NaTHNaC recommends Hepatitis A for most travellers and Japanese Encephalitis only for those visiting rural rice growing areas during the May to October transmission season. Tetanus boosters should be up to date for any international trip.

Tetanus, diphtheria and polio

A 10 yearly booster is recommended for any international travel. The Revaxis vaccine covers all three in a single injection, and gives full protection within two weeks.

Hepatitis A

Standard NaTHNaC recommendation for Japan. Transmitted through contaminated food and water, even in low risk destinations small outbreaks occur. A single dose protects for around 12 months, or 25 years with a booster at 6 to 12 months.

Japanese Encephalitis, rural travel only

JE is a mosquito borne viral infection found mainly in rural rice farming areas of Japan during the May to October season. The vaccine is recommended only for travellers planning more than a month in rural areas, or shorter stays with significant rural exposure during transmission season. Two doses are given on days 0 and 28. Urban travellers to Tokyo and Kyoto generally do not need it.

Routine cover and practical advice

Check MMR cover, especially for adults born after 1970 with uncertain childhood vaccination records. Japan has excellent medical care, so any treatment abroad is high quality. Travel insurance with medical cover is still strongly recommended.

Book your appointment

Aqua Travel Clinic is at 59 Mill Lane, West Hampstead NW6 1NB, one minute from West Hampstead station. The clinic is operated by Aqua Pharmacy (GPhC premises 1123406), part of Naspram Pharma Limited. All consultations are supervised by Superintendent Pharmacist Sanjay Mukundkumar Patel (GPhC 2045157). Book your Japan travel vaccines online. Most travellers are sorted in a single 15 minute appointment.

Book your Japan travel vaccines in West Hampstead

One short appointment for Tetanus, Hepatitis A and Japanese Encephalitis (rural travellers) with a NaTHNaC aligned, GPhC registered pharmacist.

Aqua Travel Clinic, operated by Aqua Pharmacy (GPhC premises 1123406, owned by Naspram Pharma Limited). Superintendent Pharmacist: Sanjay Mukundkumar Patel (GPhC 2045157).