1. Japanese Law "Rules are for everyone's safety and comfort, aren't they?"

2. Quiz!

3. Q1: What drugs are illegal in Japan? Drugs are all equally illegal in Japan and are punished in the same way. Marijuana is just as bad as heroine, etc.

4. Q2: What will happen if you are caught doing drugs? You will lose your job. You will get arrested. You will get deported. You will never be able to return to Japan again.

5. Q3: You are at a party, and there are 2 guys in the corner doing drugs, if the police show up, who will be arrested? Everyone at the party!

6. Q4: How much alcohol can you have in your system while driving? None! Zero! Zip!

7. Q5: If you are caught driving under the influence, what will the punishment be? You will lose your job You will be arrested You will face time in prison You will have to pay heavy fines You will get deported etc.

8. Q6: The driver of your car is pulled over and found to be driving under the influence, what happens to you? You will be punished along with the driver: Arrested, prison time, fined, etc.

9. Q7: What are some alternatives to driving under the influence? Hailing a taxi Calling a daiko taxi All-nighter at karaoke Crashing at a friend’s Anything where you are not drinking and then driving!

10. Q8: How many hours does it take for a 180lb/81kg male to go back to zero BAC after 5 beers? 6.5 hours

11. Question 9: Is it okay to bike while under the influence? No! The consequences are still serious and you shouldn’t do it.

12. Question 10: Who is going to do drugs or drive under the influence of alcohol in Japan? No one in this room!!

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14. Other Laws

15. Photos Japanese laws concerning photos are very strict. You must get the consent of everyone that appears in a photo to be able to post it online You cannot put up photos of your school online without the explicit consent of your school.

16. Social Media Posts made to sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and blogs are there for the world to see. You will be held responsible for them.

17. Outside Work As JETs we are public workers, so it’s ILLEGAL for us to have other jobs. It’s something you could get fired for. You may be asked to teach private lessons, or do conversation classes (ekaiwa) by someone outside of your CO. Even if you don’t receive money for these services, it’s still discouraged.

18. Where’s my bike? Japan is a very safe country, but there are two things which are commonly stolen:  Your bike (keep it locked)  Your umbrella Make sure your bike is registered under your name. If your bike gets stolen, contact your supervisor, CO or DR for help to file a report.

19. Driving Can you drive? International Drivers Permit ◦ When does it expire? Japanese license ◦ Start early ◦ Complicated process ◦ Drivers test can be difficult to pass One year from the date of issue or date of entry into Japan, which ever occurs first. Check with your CO

20. If you get in an accident… Car 1.Call the police ( ) 2.If needed, call an ambulance ( ) 3.Call your CO supervisor 4.Exchange information with the driver Bike 1.Let someone know – supervisor, PA or DR. 2.After talking with the police, the driver may take you to the hospital. 3.The driver’s insurance company will contact you first and discuss paying for medical fees, bike repairs etc. １１０ １１９

22. いきものがかり 生き物係

23. Health Care

24. Feeling sick? If you are too sick to go to work… Call your supervisor Take sick leave “byokyu” ( 病休） If you’re sick, but at school… You may be asked to wear a mask. Cultural Heads Up: Most of your teachers will never use their byokyu when they’re sick. Instead they will use their paid leave days. You are not expected to do this. How many sick days do we have each year? 20

25. Going to the hospital -- Before -- Talk to your supervisor, DR or teacher to find a doctor or hospital in your area If you don’t feel comfortable going alone, ask someone to come with you (e.g. SPIRA) Make sure you have your health insurance card (it’s blue!) Check if you will need a doctor’s note (shindansho 診断書 ~3000 yen)

26. -- At the hospital-- Take your shoes off (if there are slippers) Go to reception and give them your insurance card ◦ If it’s your first time you’ll need to fill out a form in Japanese. Wait to be called A nurse will probably check your blood pressure and temperature. If you need it, ask for a doctors note. See the doctor Return to the waiting room Wait to be called Pay – SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS

27. Payment As JETs we have 3 insurance plans: National Health Insurance 70% of medical expenses for illnesses and injuries that occurred after you arrived in Japan are covered. JET Accident Insurance claim back the other 30% of your medical expenses, minus a ¥5000 deductible, within 180days. Worker’s insurance (rousai 労災 ) – if you get injured at work or in transit, you will be covered by this insurance. SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS!! $$ Medical bill $$

28. Eyes and Teeth and Insurance DentistOptometrist Covered Dental procedures Eye exams Not covered Tooth cleaning Glasses and contacts

29. Speaking of Insurance … Employment Insurance Automatically taken from your paycheck Legal requirement Employment insurance is for when you are willing and able to work but can’t find employment, you may still receive some money. Pension Insurance Automatically taken from your paycheck Legal requirement Can apply to get it back after leaving Japan.

30. Look after yourself Speak up if you are feeling sick! Keep emergency contact information handy Keep a few paid vacation days in case of emergency. Other Considerations

31. Privacy Saga Prefectural International Relations Association (SPIRA). See the Saga JET website for a list of clinics with English-speaking doctors.