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Emergency ID Card

Japanese authorities recommend to everybody to keep with them a document displaying all the most important information about themselves (Japanese and foreigners) which can be used immediately by rescue services in the event of a major earthquake.

Card contents:

Name, surname and date of birth

Address, phone number

Blood type

Allergies

Chronic illnesses

Current medical treatment/medication

Family doctor

People to contact in case of emergency