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If you or a family member are struggling with gambling, alcohol, or drug addiction, please consult the Gunma Prefecture Mental Health Center (027-263-1166). Consultations are free and strictly confidential.

When you move, you must change the address on your Certificate of Residence at City Hall within 14 days. Don't forget to update your My Number Card, etc.

A system for SMEs introducing new machinery. Submit a plan to the city BEFORE buying the equipment, and if certified, the property tax on that machine will be reduced to 1/3 for up to 5 years!

Knowing how to use an AED and CPR can save a loved one's life. Participate in a free training session held by the Ota City Fire Department (0276-22-0595).

A facility that cares for elementary school students who cannot spend time at home after school. Applications are made directly to each club.

As a general rule, ¥500,000 is provided to help cover childbirth expenses. Using the Direct Payment System reduces the amount you have to pay upon discharge.

Bring the hospital's Birth Certificate and your Boshi-techo to City Hall within 14 days of birth. Don't forget to apply for Child Allowance and Free Medical Care at the same time!

Oversized garbage that does not fit in designated bags cannot be left at the collection point. Bring it directly to city facilities or request an authorized company.

If you have problems with your child's bullying or truancy, please consult with the Ota City Board of Education (0276-47-1111) or the Children's Human Rights 110 (0120-007-110).

A completely free, highly confidential service run by a public institution to help business owners who have no successors or want to sell/transfer their company.

If child abuse is suspected, dial 189. 24 hours free and anonymous OK. Your courage protects children.

Monthly financial support for children up to age 15. You MUST apply within 15 days of birth or moving in, otherwise you will lose money!

For children's sudden illness, call #8000. Experts will advise you for free whether you "should go to the hospital right away or wait and see." Call 119 if there is a danger to life.

Medical fees for children under 18 are mostly covered. Apply for the recipient card at City Hall.

This is a free facility where preschool children and their parents can play. You can also consult about childcare and interact with other parents.

For fraud, malicious sales, or suspicious contracts, consult the Ota City Consumer Affairs Center (0276-47-1111) or the Consumer Hotline '188' as soon as possible.

If you have trouble due to cultural differences or discrimination, consult the International Exchange Section at Ota City Hall (0276-47-1908).

Submit the Death Registration within 7 days of passing. Bring the doctor's death certificate to City Hall to receive the mandatory Cremation Permit.

For concerns about dementia or anxiety regarding financial management, contact the Community Comprehensive Support Center in your area. Consultations for the Adult Guardianship System are also available.

If you or a family member have a disability, please consult the Ota City Hall Social Support Division (0276-47-1111). By obtaining a certificate, you can receive various support such as medical expenses, transportation fees, and taxes.

Disasters cause less damage if you are prepared. Register for disaster prevention emails and check your emergency bag today.

If your house is damaged in a disaster, take photos first and apply for a Disaster Certificate. It is a crucial document needed to apply for support grants and tax reductions.

For a mutual divorce, bring the divorce form (signed by 2 witnesses) and ID to City Hall. If you want to keep your married surname, ask for the extra form.

By law, you must register your dog at City Hall (3,000 JPY) to get a dog tag, and give them a Rabies shot every year. Microchipped dogs are exempt from the registration fee!

Violence from a spouse or partner is DV. Please call the Ota City DV Consultation (0276-47-1858). It is strictly confidential and free.

You automatically join at 75. Your insurance card is mailed to you—no action required.

When moving, change your address at City Hall and submit the issued documents to the new school.

If you suddenly need money, consult the Ota City Social Welfare Council (0276-48-1240). You may be able to overcome it with a livelihood welfare fund loan.

We subsidize part of the renovation costs for those who open a new store by renovating a vacant store in the city.

We subsidize a portion of the rent for a certain period after opening for those who rent a vacant store in the city and open a new business.

To reduce the burden on your family, start writing an Ending Note while you are healthy. For legal wills or inheritance consultations, go to free legal consultations.

Check the Ota City Disaster Prevention Map right now and share your home's hazard risk and the nearest evacuation centers with your family.

Self-employed people or those with medical expense deductions must file every year in Feb-March. e-Tax from a smartphone or PC is convenient.

Payment slips are sent around May to those owning land or houses on Jan 1. Direct debit and smartphone payments are available.

There are special provisions to reduce the Fixed Asset Tax on land with houses or newly built buildings. Taxes may also be exempted during disasters.

Foreign children can enroll in public schools for free if they wish. Apply at the School Education Division in Ota City Hall (0276-47-1912).

Put your garbage in designated bags and take it to the collection point by 8:30 AM on the designated collection day for your area.

If you're starting or expanding a business in Gunma, you can apply for this subsidy, but Ota City residents first need to get a confirmation letter from the city office.

Workplace harassment is illegal. Do not endure it; use the free consultation desk (Gunma Labor Bureau 027-896-4739).

Free health checkups for NHI members aged 40-74. Apply at City Hall or online when you receive your checkup voucher.

If medical expenses are high, apply for the 'High-Cost Medical Care Benefit' or get a 'Maximum Copayment Certificate' in advance to limit your out-of-pocket expenses to the maximum amount.

Hikikomori is not a problem you have to solve alone (or just with your family). Please do not hesitate to contact Ota City's free consultation support (0276-47-1851).

If you are in trouble with no place to live, immediately contact the Ota City Hall Social Support Division (0276-47-1851). Free accommodation and meal support are available.

If you can't pay your rent due to unemployment or income decrease, contact the Ota City Self-Reliance Consultation Support Center (0276-48-8177). We will support your rent for up to 9 months.

Renovate your home in Ota City using a local contractor and get 30% of the cost (up to 200,000 yen) back in OTACO digital currency. Apply before starting!

The city subsidizes part of the cost for seismic diagnosis and retrofitting of wooden houses built before 1981. Please be sure to apply before construction.

A festival where Ota City companies gather to show off their technologies! With food stalls and fun workshops for kids, it's perfect for a family outing.

If you want to learn Japanese in Ota City, volunteer Japanese classes are available. Contact the International Exchange Section (0276-47-1908) for details.

Even if you lack confidence in working, Ota City's free employment support will help you take your first step at your own pace.

After getting a job and receiving your company's health insurance card, please complete the procedures to withdraw from National Health Insurance at the City Hall. If you forget, you will pay double insurance premiums.

It is an educational facility for children from 3 years old. It is eligible for the free education system, and usage fees are free.

Do not face workplace troubles alone. Contact the Ota Labor Standards Inspection Office (0276-45-0505) or the General Labor Consultation Corner (0276-49-4445). Consultations are free.

Even if you have no money for legal troubles, call Houterasu (0570-078374) to be connected to a free consultation with a lawyer.

If you feel you cannot survive without money, call the Ota City Self-Reliance Consultation Support Center at 0276-48-8177 right away. Consultations are free and confidential.

Taxed to owners of light vehicles or motorcycles as of April 1, with payment slips arriving in May. There is no monthly prorating system.

Bring your Marriage Registration form (with 2 witnesses' signatures) and ID to City Hall. It's free and can be submitted 24/7!

If you move to Ota City, submit a Moving-in Notification within 14 days of starting to live at your new address.

If you move out of Ota City, submit a Moving-out Notification within 14 days before or after moving. Online application is available if you have a My Number Card.

Don't worry if you don't speak Japanese. Come to Ota City Hall 1F or call 0276-48-1001 for multilingual support.

This is city housing available at low rent for those with income below the standard who are struggling with housing. Applications are held periodically.

Apply easily via smartphone! When the postcard arrives a month later, bring your Residence Card and go to City Hall in person to pick it up.

If you leave your job, you must join City Health Insurance within 14 days. Bring the 'Certificate of Loss of Insurance' from your old company to City Hall!

Enroll when you turn 20. Apply for exemption if you cannot afford the premiums.

Do not try to solve neighborhood troubles alone. Consult free lawyer consultations or the Consumer Affairs Center early.

Do not try to solve online troubles or dark part-time job damages alone. Consult the Consumer Affairs Center (0276-47-1766) or police (#9110).

You can enroll your child if childcare is necessary due to work or other reasons. Applications for April enrollment take place in the autumn of the previous year.

Apply for care certification at City Hall if you need nursing care. Services cost 10-30% of the actual fee.

A system where the city promotes local specialty products. Companies handling related products may receive preferential treatment in national support measures.

This is a one-day event packed with female energy, where you can see, buy, and experience wonderful things!

For large garbage (over 50cm or 10kg), you must drive it to the Clean Center and pay 150 JPY per 10kg, or hire a private company.

A system where the city officially recognizes sexual minority couples. It makes applying for municipal housing and hospital visits smoother.

Once your pregnancy is confirmed, submit a pregnancy notification to the City Hall to receive your Maternal and Child Health Handbook and subsidy coupons for health checkups.

When you are anxious about an unexpected pregnancy, please don't keep it to yourself. "Gunma Pregnancy SOS" (027-289-4323) will keep your secret and listen to you.

If you need a Certificate of Residence, you can get it anytime at a convenience store for a lower fee if you have a My Number Card.

Resident Tax is based on the previous year's income. Company employees have it deducted from their salaries, while self-employed people pay using payment slips or direct debit.

Please complete the enrollment procedures for National Health Insurance and National Pension at Ota City Hall within 14 days of resigning. It is important not to remain uninsured or unenrolled.

This is a special guarantee system to help small and medium-sized businesses and sole proprietors, whose sales have dropped due to issues with a specific trading partner, get easier access to bank loans.

This system helps small and medium-sized businesses and sole proprietors facing economic difficulties to more easily obtain loans guaranteed by the Credit Guarantee Corporation.

A system that provides up to 300,000 yen for booth fees when manufacturing companies in Ota City exhibit at trade shows outside the prefecture or overseas. Prior application is strictly required!

If you are worried about your child's educational expenses, please consult with the Ota City General Education Affairs Division (0276-47-1111) or your enrolled school about the School Attendance Assistance and Scholarship systems.

To register your official seal for major contracts in Japan, bring your wooden/stone Hanko and your Residence Card to City Hall. It can be done same-day!

Ota City's Service Centers are convenient counters where you can easily complete daily life procedures such as issuing resident certificates and tax certificates, and paying taxes, without having to visit the main City Hall. Some procedures require reservations or have limited operating hours, so please check in advance before visiting.

This is a city-supported loan system that helps SMEs in Ota City borrow money for equipment or working capital at a low, fixed interest rate. Consult your local bank first!

The city subsidizes part of the cost for businesses installing solar power generation systems at their offices. Application before construction is required.

A must-know for starting a business in Ota! Attend 4 startup seminars to get a certificate that halves your incorporation tax and makes borrowing money easier.

When you are having a hard time, you don't have to face this alone. The "Yorisoi Hotline 0120-279-338" will listen to you 24 hours a day, toll-free.

Income and tax payment certificates can be obtained at City Hall, or at convenience stores if you have a My Number Card.

If you cannot pay taxes, don't give up, go to Ota City Hall. Reductions, postponements, or installment payments are available depending on your situation.

A Gunma Prefecture subsidy covering half the cost (up to 3M JPY) for Ota City manufacturers developing new digital or eco-friendly products.

After a traffic accident, always call 119 and 110 first, and be sure to record the other party's information and photos of the scene. Always visit a medical institution for injuries.

These are emergency support measures, such as cash flow assistance, for companies whose business performance has deteriorated due to trade friction and tariffs.

If you want to sell, rent, or buy a vacant house, please register and consult with the city's "Akiya Bank".

Routine vaccinations are city-funded. Follow the schedule in your Mother and Child Health Handbook.

Visa renewals are done at the Takasaki Immigration Bureau (027-328-1154), not City Hall. If you renew your visa, remember to extend your My Number Card at City Hall.

When moving, please contact early to start or stop the water. Contact the Ota City Waterworks and Sewerage Bureau Customer Center (0276-57-8701) 3 to 5 days before you move.

Injuries during work or commuting are covered by Work Injury Insurance. Tell your company first. If you have trouble, contact the Ota Labor Standards Inspection Office (0276-31-1190).