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What you can get done in Japan, which department to look for, and what it typically costs
Note: Costs shown are approximate and without Japanese health insurance. Not all facilities offer every test listed. Always confirm availability and pricing by phone before visiting.
Available at large hospitals, not small clinics. Call ahead to confirm availability for non-referred patients. Some hospitals charge an extra fee (¥3,000–¥5,000) without a referral letter.
Available at almost any internal medicine clinic. Basic results (blood count, liver, kidney) are often available same day. Specialized panels take longer.
See our detailed Allergy Testing Guide for more information.
Detailed guideJapan's comprehensive health screening. Covers blood work, X-ray, ECG, ultrasound, and more in a single half-day visit. Some facilities cater specifically to international visitors. Check Medical Excellence JAPAN (MEJ) for a list of facilities.
Checkup, X-ray, and cleaning can be completed in a single visit (about 1 hour). Significantly cheaper than the US or UK.
Office whitening takes about 1 hour and is completed in a single visit.
Vision test, eye pressure, fundus examination. Prescription for glasses or contacts can be issued on the spot.
Visual examination and basic treatment in one visit. If a biopsy is needed, results take 1–2 weeks.
Some treatments (orthodontics, ongoing therapy, surgery follow-ups) require multiple visits over weeks or months. These are generally not suitable for short-term visitors. The tests listed above can all be completed in a single visit or with one follow-up.
Note: Costs and availability are approximate and may vary by facility. This site does not provide medical advice. Always confirm details directly with the facility. Source: JNTO.