Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare — Official Data
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I find an English-speaking doctor in Japan?
- Use Japan Medical Finder to search over 2,800 hospitals and clinics listed by Japan's Ministry of Health that accept foreign patients. You can filter by language, specialty, and prefecture.
- Can foreigners go to the hospital in Japan?
- Yes. Many hospitals and clinics in Japan accept foreign patients. Some have dedicated foreign patient departments, medical coordinators, and interpreter services. Japan Medical Finder lists all officially recognized facilities.
- Do I need Japanese health insurance to see a doctor in Japan?
- You can visit a doctor without Japanese health insurance, but you will need to pay the full cost. Tourists should use travel insurance. Residents enrolled in National Health Insurance (NHI) pay 30% of medical costs.