新型コロナウイルス(英語)

A new strain of infectious coronavirus has appeared. Please mind the following items to help prevent its spread.

• Wash your hands well with soap and water
• Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing with a surgical mask, handkerchief, or something else
• Get adequate sleep and eat a balanced diet to boost your immune system

For the most up-to-date information on coronavirus, please check the
Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare's homepage.
Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare（External Link）
Tools to make the Japanese easier to read.(PDFファイル:186.8KB)

Updates from Shimane Prefecture
About Coronavirus・Proper Handwashing Technique (As of February 21st)(PDFファイル:607.9KB)

Shimane Prefecture (External Link)

Updated 05 June 2020

• If you are concerned that you may have contracted coronavirus, please call the Matsue-Shimane Health Department before visiting a medical facility.
  • Health Consultation Call Center
    • Phone: 0852-33-7638
    • Hours: 8:30〜21:00 (including weekends and holidays)
      (attention)In case of an emergency, please call at anytime
• Shimane International Center‘s （SIC） "One Stop Center" offers consultation services in 14 languages. They also provide phone interpretation services which can be used for coronavirus consultation.
  • Shimane International Center (SIC) "One Stop Center"
    • Phone: 070-3774-9329
    • Skype: Soudan@SIC
    • Hours: 9:00~17:00 (weekdays)
      (atttention)Consultations are available on weekends as well until June 30th.
• National Hotlines
  • Coronavirus Hotline (Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare)
    • Phone: 0120-565653 (calls are free)
    • Hours: 9:00〜21:00 (including weekends and holidays)
  • Hot line for Foreign Travelers (Japan Tourism Agency)
    • Phone: 050-3816-2787
    • Hours: 24 hours/day, 365 days/year
    • Available Languages: English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese
    • Available Information:
      • What to do in medical or other emergencies
      • What to do in case of a natural or other disaster
      • General tourism information