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For birth control pills, you can say "経口避妊薬" (けいこうひにんやく, "keikouhininyaku" in Japanese). The most common way to refer to birth control pills is "ピル" (piru). Note that only low-dosage pills are sold in Japan. You'll need a prescription. | For birth control pills, you can say "経口避妊薬" (けいこうひにんやく, "keikouhininyaku" in Japanese). The most common way to refer to birth control pills is "ピル" (piru). Note that only low-dosage pills are sold in Japan. You'll need a prescription. | ||
In 2010, it was reported that "The mini-pill (ミニピル) has not been approved in Japan, and does not seem to be available except in online stores/pharmacies."<ref>[http://www.survivingnjapan.com/2010/12/guide-to-birth-control-pills-in-japan.html A Guide to Birth Control Pills in Japan]</ref> | |||
Here are some pill brands you can expect:<ref>[http://www.survivingnjapan.com/2010/12/guide-to-birth-control-pills-in-japan.html A Guide to Birth Control Pills in Japan]</ref> | Here are some pill brands you can expect:<ref>[http://www.survivingnjapan.com/2010/12/guide-to-birth-control-pills-in-japan.html A Guide to Birth Control Pills in Japan]</ref> | ||