MediJapan

Traveling or living in Japan? Scan a medicine box, get plain-English info and warnings, and find a nearby pharmacy. Information only — always ask a pharmacist.

MediJapan helps foreigners in Japan understand over-the-counter (OTC) medicines — so you can shop at a drugstore with confidence.

• Scan a box — point your camera at a Japanese medicine package and get a plain-English explanation and key warnings. • Ask about symptoms — describe how you feel and see which OTC products are commonly used, with the questions a pharmacist would ask. • Search a catalog of popular Japanese OTC medicines with ingredients, dosage, age limits, and pregnancy/breastfeeding cautions. • Translate — turn Japanese label text into your language. • Find a pharmacy — see nearby pharmacies and drugstores on a map with walking directions.

IMPORTANT — information, not medical advice MediJapan does not diagnose, prescribe, or replace a doctor or pharmacist. It gives general information about OTC products. Always read the package, follow its instructions, and ask a pharmacist (薬剤師) before using a medicine — especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, buying for a child, taking other medicines, or have a health condition. In an emergency, call 119 in Japan. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/