SEXUAL HEALTH & SAFETY

Enjoy yourself, safely

Good experiences begin with care for your own body and each other's boundaries. Here are practical steps and trusted services to turn to when you need them.

WHEN IT FEELS URGENT

Choose the situation closest to yours

You have symptoms or a partner has tested positive

Contact a clinic promptly. Depending on your symptoms, urology, gynecology, dermatology, infectious disease, or an STI clinic can help. Do not wait for a public screening appointment if you have symptoms.

See testing and clinic guidance

72h

A possible HIV exposure happened within 72 hours

PEP is emergency medicine that must be started within 72 hours. A clinician will assess whether it is appropriate. Contact a provider that offers PEP as soon as possible.

Read the PEP guidance

SOS

Something happened without your consent

It was not your fault. Sexual violence can happen regardless of gender or your relationship with the other person. Kanarain supports people of any gender or age in Kanagawa and lists a specialist line for male and LGBTQ+ survivors. If you are in immediate danger, call 110 or 119.

See inclusive support options

BEFORE & DURING

Take care of each other in the moment

Check for consent

Consent is freely given, specific, and can be withdrawn at any time. Someone who is asleep, heavily intoxicated, or unable to say no cannot consent.

Use barriers correctly

Use condoms and other barriers correctly from start to finish. A compatible lubricant can help reduce breakage and small injuries.

Keep equipment clean

Clean sex toys after use and put on a new condom before sharing them. Never share needles or syringes.

Know your prevention options

Condoms do not prevent every STI. Ask a healthcare provider about vaccines, HIV PrEP, and a testing routine that suits you.

TESTING

Testing is an option even without symptoms

Many STIs can have no symptoms. The right test and timing depend on the possible exposure, the sexual activity, and the infection being tested for. A public health center or clinic can help you decide when and what to test.