November
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Life Insurance Month
OtherWhat Is Life Insurance Month?
The month from November 1st through November 30th is "Life Insurance Month" in Japan, established in 1947 by the Life Insurance Association of Japan.
A Month to Reflect on the Importance of Preparing for the Unexpected
Life Insurance Month aims to raise awareness of the social role life insurance plays and the importance of preparing for life's uncertainties.
- Origin: established in 1947 by the Life Insurance Association of Japan, the industry's leading organization
- Purpose: to deepen understanding of life insurance and encourage households to review their coverage
- Activities during the month: individual life insurance companies sometimes hold seminars and consultation events
The Coverage You Need Changes With Life's Stages
The type of coverage needed shifts with life's milestones -- marriage, having children, buying a home. Life Insurance Month is also a chance to reconsider your own life plan.
Tips for Marking This Day
- Review the details of your own life insurance coverage
- Talk with family about preparing for the unexpected
- Reconsider your coverage as your life circumstances change
- Learn the basics of how life insurance works
Preparing for "What If" Protects the Future of Those You Love
Preparing for "what if," something we rarely think about day to day, is an important choice that brings peace of mind to a family. November 1st is a day to take another look at how life insurance works.