Chuo CityHealth & medical
Chuo City Hospital Childbirth Assistance (nyūin josan)
入院助産
In short: Pays hospital/midwife birth costs for pregnant women who cannot afford to give birth in hospital; income limits and a partial co-pay.Pregnant women living in Chuo who cannot afford hospital birth, in a household that is resident-tax exempt, or with prior-year taxable income under a set amount AND childbirth lump-sum benefits under ¥488,000.(Source: www.city.chuo.lg.jp, verified on 2026-10-15)
Validity: Current per Chuo City official page read in full 2026-10-15. Verified on 2026-10-15. Official source: https://www.city.chuo.lg.jp/a0020/kosodate/shussan/josei/nyuinzyosan.html
Who qualifies
- Pregnant women living in Chuo who cannot afford hospital birth, in a household that is resident-tax exempt, or with prior-year taxable income under a set amount AND childbirth lump-sum benefits under ¥488,000. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Conditions by topic
| Age | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
|---|---|
| Income | Resident-tax exempt or low income. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15] |
| Household | Pregnant. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15] |
| Child age | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Residence in Japan | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Residence in Tokyo / municipality | Registered as a resident of Chuo City (see page for timing). [official source · verified on 2026-10-15] |
| Work / insurance type | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Disability | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
Residence status
Not stated in the official sources we checked — unknown.
Residence status is not stated on the official page — ask the office.
Where to apply
- Consult the ward before giving birth (required). [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
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Deadlines
Not yet verified from an official source.
Documents
Not yet verified from an official source.
Key details
- Part co-pay depending on household income. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Phone / counter phrases
すみません、入院助産について伺いたいのですが、対象になるか、何を持っていけばよいか教えていただけますか。
Hello. I would like to ask about "入院助産". Am I eligible, and what documents should I bring?
すみません、もう少しゆっくり話していただけますか。
Sumimasen, mō sukoshi yukkuri hanashite itadakemasu ka.
Sorry, could you please speak a little more slowly?
Generic phrases for practical help, not official wording.