"Newsletter from Chiba Municipal Administration" for foreigners
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- "Newsletter from Chiba Municipal Administration" for foreigners
Useful information for foreign citizens from the monthly "Chiba City Administration Newsletter" published in Chiba City
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Information necessary for foreign citizens that is not posted in the city administration newsletter is also posted.
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Please see below for past publications.
Published in April 2025 "News from Chiba Municipal Administration" for Foreigners
Published in April 2025 "News from Chiba Municipal Administration" for Foreigners
Published in April 2025 "News from Chiba Municipal Administration" for Foreigners
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January 2025 issue of "City News" for foreigners published
The June issue is currently being edited and is scheduled to be published by Wednesday, June 4th.
May 5st is World No Tobacco Day
Learn about the harm of tobacco and try to quit smoking for your own health and the health of those around you.
May 5st to June 31th is No Smoking Week.
Why not quit smoking to protect your health and the health of those around you?
The World Health Organization (WHO) lists high blood pressure, smoking, and hyperglycemia as the three leading causes of death worldwide.
In Japan, the number of deaths caused by smoking is estimated at 19 per year.
In addition, passive smoking (inhaling other people's cigarette smoke) also causes 1 deaths in Japan each year.
There is an assumption that this is the case.
Why not think about the impact on yourself and those around you and consider quitting smoking?
Please ask any questions.
Questions: Health Promotion Division TEL: 043-245-5794
[How to quit smoking?]
(1) Smoking cessation support
The reason people cannot quit smoking is because the nicotine in cigarettes is addictive.
Choose the smoking cessation method that suits you, such as using smoking cessation aids or receiving smoking cessation treatment at a medical institution.
Let's find it together.
The Health Section of each ward's health and welfare center will propose effective smoking cessation methods and hold a three-month program to
We provide support to people trying to quit smoking through interviews, phone calls, emails, and more.
(2) Subsidy for outpatient smoking cessation treatment costs
We will subsidize part of the cost of outpatient smoking cessation treatment. In principle, you must apply for registration before starting treatment.
Eligible: People who are registered as residents of the city and receive outpatient smoking cessation treatment covered by insurance
Subsidy amount: Total amount paid by the patient for outpatient smoking cessation treatment (up to 1 yen)
For more information, please search for "Chiba city non-smoking" or ask a question.
Question: Health Division of the Health and Welfare Center of each ward
Chuo TEL:043-221-2582 Hanamigawa TEL:043-275-6296 Inage TEL:043-284-6494
Wakaba TEL:043-233-8714 Midori TEL:043-292-2630 Mihama TEL:043-270-2221
Healthy Camu Camu 2025
June 6th to June 4th is Teeth and Oral Health Week.
Why not take this opportunity to learn how to prevent cavities and periodontal disease and think about the health of your teeth and mouth?
Oral cancer screening will also be conducted.
Date: Sunday, August 6, 8:10-00:16
Venue: Sogo Chiba store, 6th floor
Contents: Experience corner: 1. Fluoride tooth application experience (applying fluoride to teeth)
② Oral cancer screening (to see if there is cancer in the mouth)
Free participation corner: Teeth-related quizzes, tooth brushing classes, orthodontic consultations, etc.
Target audience: 3. Anyone aged XNUMX or older (junior high school students and younger must be accompanied by a guardian)
②People aged 40 or older
Note: Please come directly to the venue on the day. Experience corners ① and ② are only available to those who have made a reservation in advance.
It's a priority.
How to apply: For experience corners ① and ②, please apply by Monday, May 5thElectronic Applicationso.
For more information, please search for [Chiba City Healthy Cam Cam] or ask a question.
Questions: Health Promotion Division TEL: 043-245-5223
Make plans for cancer screening, specific medical examinations, and health checkups
Cancer and lifestyle-related diseases have no symptoms in the early stages and progress without you noticing.
If it is discovered early and treated/improved, the risk of death from cancer and lifestyle-related diseases will decrease.
The time required for treatment and the physical and financial burden will be reduced.
Please be sure to visit us regularly.
1. Cancer screening, special medical examinations, health checkups
To receive cancer screening, specific medical examinations, and health checkups in Chiba City,
A medical examination sticker is required.
From mid-May onwards, medical examination ticket stickers will be mailed to the following people.
- People who have undergone or applied for cancer screening etc. after April 2020
・2026年3月31日時点で、20・25・30・35・40・45・50・55・60・65歳以上の人
・People aged 20 or older who are enrolled in National Health Insurance
(Note) People who wish to undergo cancer screening, etc., other than those mentioned above,
In addition, if you are not 20, 25, 30, or 35 years old and would like to undergo a stomach cancer risk test,
Application is required.
How to apply for the medical examination ticket sticker Electronic Applicationso.
Screening period: Until Saturday, February 2026, 2
How you will be screened: Please choose either an individual or group screening for each screening.
All group screenings, except for colon cancer screening, require a reservation.
Individual examination: This is an examination at a cooperating medical institution. Please make an appointment with the medical institution.
Group screening: You will be examined using a screening vehicle.
For more information on cancer screening fees and other details, please search for [Chiba City Cancer Screening].
2. Periodontal disease check-up
Periodontal disease is closely related to not only oral diseases but also systemic diseases such as arteriosclerosis and diabetes.
In order to prevent periodontal disease, we check the condition of plaque and periodontal tissues.
Let's get it checked out.
Examination institutions: Until Saturday, February 2026, 2
対象:2026年3月31日時点で、30・40・45・50・55・60・65・70歳の人
Price: 500 yen
* Free for people aged 70 and over. Free for those in households exempt from resident tax. You must complete a procedure before receiving treatment.
How to get examined: Bring the examination ticket sticker and go to a cooperating dental institution in the city.
You must make an appointment to see a doctor.
Inquiries: Health Promotion Division TEL: 043-238-9926 (Regarding specific health checkups and health examinations)
TEL: 043-238-1794 (for cancer and periodontal disease checkups, etc.)
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Events / Events
The zoo celebrates its 40th anniversary!
On Monday, April 4th, the zoo celebrated its 28th anniversary.
In addition to looking back on the company's 40 years of history, various events will be held to commemorate the 40th anniversary.
For more information, search for "Chiba City Zoo 40th Anniversary" or ask a question.
Inquiries: Zoo TEL: 043-252-1111
Chiba City Museum of Art 30th Anniversary
The Chiba City Museum of Art will celebrate its 11th anniversary on November 3rd (a national holiday).
The exhibition will be presented in a special format, showcasing the museum's 30-year history, focusing on items from its collection.
Throughout the year, enjoy a wide range of excellent works of art, from ukiyo-e to contemporary art.
Inquiries: Chiba City Museum of Art TEL: 043-221-2311
Chiba International Art Festival 2025 Kaekko Bazaar in Sogo Chiba
You can exchange toys you no longer play with for frog points, or use those points to buy toys.
You can also take it home.
Even if you don't have a toy, you can still earn points by participating in the event.
Date and time: Saturday, May 5th, 10:12-00:14 *If it rains, the event will be held on Sunday, May 30th.
Location: Sogo Chiba store, basement floor, Sencity Garden
Note: Please go directly to the venue on the day.
Children not yet enrolled in elementary school must come with a parent or guardian.
If you have any toys that you no longer use, please bring them to us.
Inquiries: Chiba International Art Festival Executive Committee (Cultural Promotion Division) TEL: 043-245-5961
JEF United Chiba Home Town Chiba City Day
We will provide free invitations to matches and programs for children to participate.
Date and time: Saturday, June 6st, starting at 21:19 vs. Jubilo Iwata
Venue: Fukuda Denshi Arena
[Free invitation to citizens]
① Pair of tickets (home unreserved seats)
Target: People living in the city
Capacity: 200 pairs/400 people
[Children's Participation Program]
SA unreserved seating (tickets for one child and one guardian)
② Stadium tour
Time: 15: 10 to 16: 10
Contents: A look at the backstage area of Fukuda Denshi Arena on match days, which is normally off-limits to the public.
I will guide you.
Target audience: Elementary and junior high school students living in the city and their parents
Capacity: 20 pairs/40 people
3. High-fiving players as they warm up
Time: 17: 50 to 18: 30
Target audience: Elementary and junior high school students living in the city and their parents
Capacity: 10 pairs/20 people
④Escort Kids
Time: 18: 30 to 19: 10
Content: Enter the stadium holding hands with the players.
Eligible: Elementary school students living in the city
Capacity: 22 people
How to apply: Choose one of ① to ④ by Wednesday, May 5st.Application Form.
Inquiries: Sports Promotion Division TEL: 043-245-5966
JEF UNITED FAN CLUB (Application)
TEL:0570-064-325 (Weekdays 11:00-18:00)
Free invitation to Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festival
Makuhari Beach Festa (Chiba City Fireworks Festival), a seasonal event in summer
We will invite 39,000 people for free.
This fireworks display is only available to those who have won free seating and those with tickets for paid seating.
This is an event that can only be viewed, so please do not attend if you are not a member of this group.
Date: September 8 (Saturday) 2:19-30:20
[Free invitation seats]
①Free invitation seats for citizens, beach seats
Target: People living in Chiba City
Capacity: 6,000 people
② Free seats for citizens at the Messe parking lot
Target: People living in Chiba City
Capacity: 23,000 people
③ Free general invitation seats at the Messe parking lot
Capacity: 10,000 people
People living in Chiba City can apply for both ③.
How to apply: By Monday, May 5th.
Please search for [Chiba City Fireworks] on the homepage and apply.
Winners will be notified by postcard starting July 7st (Tuesday).
[Sales of Paid Seats]
Tickets will be on sale at various ticket agencies from Friday, May 5rd.
For more information such as fees, please check the website [Chiba City Fireworks] or
please ask.
Inquiries: Chiba City Fireworks Festival Executive Committee TEL 050-5542-8600 (NTT Hello Dial)
Local Wholesale Market Citizen Appreciation Day
Date and time: Saturday, May 5th, 10:7-00:12 (Fisheries Building closes at 00:10)
May 5th (Saturday) 24:7-00:12 (Fisheries Building closes at 00:10)
Location: Local wholesale market
Contents: Fresh fish, seaweed, meat, etc. are on sale, and you can also eat at the market.
(Note: Pets are not allowed in the venue.)
Inquiries: Local Wholesale Market TEL: 043-248-3200
Chiba City Fair Trade Week 2025
-Shopping that brings smiles to the local community and the world-
Every May is World Fair Trade Month.
The city will hold events as part of Fair Trade Week.
Fair trade is a fair and respectful approach that respects the rights of producers and the environment, both globally and locally.
It means fair trade and transactions.
[Chiba Fair Trade Market 2025 in Chiba Park and Lawn]
Date: Sunday, August 5, 25:11-00:16
Location: Chiba Park, lawn
Contents: Fair trade product sales, fair trade coffee booth,
Mini stage etc.
Inquiries: International Exchange Division TEL: 043-245-5019
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consultation
Child support consultation by a lawyer
You can consult with a lawyer about child support expenses associated with divorce.
Date and time: (1) May 5 (Mon) 26:13-30:16
(2) Wednesday, July 5, 28:13-30:16
(Approximately 50 minutes per person)
Venue: (1) Wakaba Health and Welfare Center
(2) Inage Health and Welfare Center
Target: Single-parent households living in Chiba City
People considering divorce (only those with children)
Capacity: (1) and (2) are for three people starting early.
Application deadline: May 5st (Thursday) to May 1th (Tuesday)
Application method: Email kateishien.CFC@city.chiba.lg.jp
Inquiries: Children and Families Support Division TEL: 043-245-5179
Human Rights Commissioner's Day Special Human Rights相 談
Date and time: Tuesday, September 6, 3:10-00:15
Location: Wakaba Ward Office
Content: Advice regarding violations of basic human rights, and advice regarding remedies in the event of a human rights violation, etc.
Please go directly to the venue on the day.
If you have any questions, please ask.
Inquiries: Chiba District Legal Affairs Bureau Human Rights Protection Division TEL: 043-302-1319
Chiba City Hall Gender Equality Division TEL: 043-245-5060
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