Healthcare and Living
Navigating where, how, and with whom you want to grow older.
Retirement is not a single decision. It involves questions about where to live, how to access healthcare, how to remain connected to your community, and how your needs may change over time.
The Retirement & Healthcare platform brings these conversations together through forums, events, expert panels, and peer discussions.
Topics we explore
We explore:
- Aging in Tokyo
- Mid-tier cities and regional Japan
- Aging in place
- Relocation and downsizing
- Akiya and alternative housing opportunities
- Access to transport, healthcare, and community
Understanding healthcare systems can become increasingly important as we age—particularly for international residents.
Forum topics could include:
- Finding appropriate healthcare providers
- Navigating hospitals and specialist care
- Understanding referrals
- Accessing English-speaking services
- Preparing for hospital admissions
- Planning for future healthcare needs
As circumstances change, people may need to consider different living arrangements.
Our discussions can explore:
- Aging independently
- Aging in place
- Senior living communities
- Care options
- Planning before care is urgently needed
- The future of senior living in Japan
Retirement does not have to mean stepping away from meaningful activity. We explore second careers, entrepreneurship, volunteering, mentoring, lifelong learning, and new ways of finding purpose.