Frequently Asked Questions

Japan has excellent healthcare facilities. As a tourist, you can visit any hospital or clinic listed on this site. These facilities are registered with JNTO as accepting foreign patients. You will typically pay out of pocket and claim reimbursement from your travel insurance.

JMIP (Japan Medical Institution Program) is an official certification for hospitals that meet standards for accepting foreign patients, including multilingual support, cultural sensitivity, and transparent billing. All facilities on this site are JMIP-certified.

Yes. All 1,100+ facilities listed on NamiFlow Medical are officially registered as accepting foreign patients. Many have English-speaking staff or interpreters available.

Use our Find Hospital page to search by area and medical department. You can also filter by language support. Each listing includes the address, phone number, and a Google Maps link.

Call 119 immediately. This is Japan's emergency number for ambulance and fire services. Many 119 operators have access to translation services. See our Emergency Guide for detailed instructions and useful Japanese phrases.

For emergencies, yes. For non-urgent care, it is recommended to call ahead. Many hospitals have specific hours for outpatient reception. Check the facility's hours on its detail page.

Bring your passport, travel insurance documents, any current medications, and a credit card or cash. If you have allergies or existing conditions, bring documentation in English.

Each facility listing shows which languages are supported for each department. English is the most widely available, followed by Chinese and Korean. Some facilities also offer telephone interpretation services.

Use our Medical Phrases page to show common phrases on your phone. Many hospitals also have access to telephone interpretation services. In an emergency, calling 119 connects you to operators with translation support.

Costs vary by treatment. A general consultation may cost ¥5,000-¥10,000. Emergency room visits can be ¥20,000-¥50,000+. Travel insurance typically covers these costs. Each facility listing shows accepted payment methods.

Most international travel insurance policies cover medical expenses in Japan. You typically pay upfront and submit a claim for reimbursement afterward. Keep all receipts and medical documents. See our Insurance Guide for details.

Most hospitals accept major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard). Some also accept AMEX, JCB, and UnionPay. Smaller clinics may be cash-only. Check the facility detail page for accepted payment methods.