Announcements in the   February 1st Issue

People in Akashi Will Be Sent The “Akashi Handbook”

The “Akashi Handbook” is a book that is filled with useful information about daily life in Akashi.  On February 28^th, these books will be sent out to everyone living in Akashi City.

Let’s look at some of the information that is in this book:

• There is a guide to the various services and procedures needed to get things done at Akashi City Hall, as well as the different service counters.
• There is an introduction to some of Akashi’s famous foods, as well as famous locations in Akashi.
• There is a map that shows where hospitals are located all over Akashi.

That is just a small selection of what is in the Akashi Handbook.  There is lots of other useful information!  Feel free to read it over once it arrives at your home!

If you have any information about this article, please contact the “Citizen’s Consultation Office.”  Their phone number is 078-918-5050.  Their fax number is 078-918-5102.

Notifications about the Coronavirus Vaccine

The last day that you can get the Coronavirus vaccine is on March 31^st, 2023.

1. The Omicron vaccine
   (１)The following people are eligible to receive the Omicron vaccine:
   ・Anyone who is 12 years old or older, received the 1^st and 2^nd vaccinations, and had their last vaccination over 3 months ago can receive the Omicron vaccination.
   　*You can only receive the Omicron vaccination one time.

（２）Where to get vaccinated
　　You can receive the vaccination at 110 hospitals and clinics all over Akashi.  You can also receive it at
the Akashi Book Mark Square or the Akashi Public Health Center.  Check this site to see where you can
be vaccinated.

（３）How to make a reservation
Please call 0120-227-710 to make a vaccination reservation.  You can also make a reservation on their
website.

（４）Ticket to receive vaccination
・Please use the ticket that you have now.
・If you have not yet received the Omicron vaccination and you have no ticket, please call 0120-712-160 and
apply to receive a ticket.

２．For Those Who Are Over 12 Years Old and Haven’t Gotten Their 1^st or 2^nd Vaccinations

• You can receive the 1^st and 2^nd vaccinations at the Akashi Public Health Center on Sunday, February 26^th, or at Akashi Book Mark Square on Sunday, March 5^th.
• You must call and make a reservation in advance for your vaccination.  The phone number to make a reservation is 0120-712-160.

３.Vaccinations for Infants and Children

• Children from 6 months to 11 years old are eligible to receive the vaccine.
• You must call 0120-712-160 and apply for a vaccination ticket first.
• Please call a hospital or clinic that gives Coronavirus vaccinations and make a reservation.  If you check this site, then you will be able to see which hospitals and clinics can give Coronavirus vaccinations:　　

• In order to be vaccinated, children need permission from their parent or guardian.  In addition, a parent or guardian must be present when they receive the vaccination.

• Akashi Coronavirus Vaccine Telephone Number

The number to call to reserve a Coronavirus vaccination in Akashi is 0120-227-710.  You can also make a reservation over the internet.

To apply for a vaccination ticket, please call 0120-712-160.  If you can’t talk over the phone, then you can send a fax instead.  Their fax number is 0120-655-695.

Digital Gift Certificates Will Be on Sale for a 2^nd Time

Digital Gift Certificates are special certificates that you can buy, then use with your smartphone to make purchases when you are shopping.

If you’re interested in buying these certificates, please apply on the website.

Resident of Akashi who did not apply for the tickets the 1^st time they were on sale can apply for these tickets.

• You can apply from Monday, February 13^th at 10:00 am.  The certificates will be sold on a “first come, first served” basis.  The sale will finish once the supply of tickets runs out.
• One set of tickets costs 5,000 yen.  With this set of tickets, you can purchase 6,500 yen worth of goods.
• One person can buy up to six sets of tickets.
• There is no age restriction on who can buy the tickets.  However, the person who purchases the tickets needs to have their own smartphone e-mail address and smartphone telephone number.

If you are buying paper gift certificates, please purchase them from Wednesday, February 1^st until Sunday, February 5^th.  These paper gift certificates can only be purchased by people who have won the selection lottery and been chosen to be able to buy them.  Information about where to purchase the tickets was sent
to those who won the lottery, so please follow those instructions and buy them at the correct location.

If you have any question, please contact the “30% Bonus!  Akashi Special Gift Certificates Call Center.” 

Their phone number is 078-918-5334.  Their fax number is 078-918-5136.  They are available to call on Monday to Friday, from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm.

West Akashi Has Plans to Make Life More Convenient for its Residents

West Akashi (Nishi-Akashi) has come up with various plans to make life more convenient for the people who live there.  These plans were made in cooperation with the JR company.

1. JR Nishi-Akashi Station

①. A new entrance will be built for this station.

It will be called the “South Ticket Gate.”
A bus stop for the Taco Bus will also be built there.
* The new entrance is scheduled to be completed in 2026.

②.New safety features will be built in the station.
Platform edge doors will be built on the station’s 5^th and 6^th platforms.  These doors are on the edge of the platforms and will protect people from any passing trains.

③. New safety features will be built around the station as well.
The railway crossing to the west of the station will be changed to a pedestrian bridge.  This bridge will allow people to walk over the long section of tracks without having to walk directly on them, helping to keep everyone safe.

2.Sunlife Akashi

A new Sunlife Akashi building will be built, and the location will change.  This building will feature new improvements inside, like a library and places for children to play.

* The new building is scheduled to be completed in 2026.

If you have any questions about this article, please contact the Planning and Coordination Office.  Their phone number is 078-918-5283.  Their fax number is 078-918-5136.