Japan Hospitals: where to go when you are feeling unwell?
- Published on : 03/08/2026
- by : Phoebe
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Falling ill during your trip to Japan can quickly become a source of stress, especially if you don't speak Japanese. Fortunately, major cities across the country have many hospitals and medical facilities that offer services in English. With Japan Experience, discover our selection of the main English-speaking hospitals in Japan's largest cities, so you can travel with greater peace of mind.
Hospitals in Japan
There are several types of hospitals in Japan. In major cities, large hospitals generally offer the widest range of medical services.
University hospitals, prefectural hospitals, and Japanese Red Cross hospitals are also good options for international travelers.
To find a hospital that best suits your needs, please refer to the official hospital directory (in English) provided by the Japanese government.
Medical Facilities in Japan With English Speaking Staff
Sapporo & Hokkaido
Hokkaido University Hospital
Tel: 011 716 1161
Kita 14-5, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido Prefecture 060-8648
Hokuto Hospital
Tel: 01564 48 8000
7-5 Kisen, Inada-cho, Obihiro-shi, Hokkaido 080-0833
Tsukuba
University of Tsukuba Hospital
Tel: 029 853 3570
2-1-1 Amakubo, Tsukuba-shi, Ibaraki 305-8576
Sapporo University Hospital
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Tokyo
Tokyo Metropolitan Health & Medical Information Center
Tel: 03 5285 8181 (English spoken) / Emergency Interpretation Service: 03 5285 8185
Provides medical referral service and explanation of the Japanese health system.
American Pharmacy
Tel: 03 5220 7716
Maru Bldg. B1F, 2-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-6390
Cancer Institute Hospital
Tel: 03 3520 0111
3-8-31 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-8550
International University of Health and Welfare Mita Hospital
Tel: 03 3451 8121
1-4-3 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8329
Jutendo University Hospital
Tel: 03 3813 3111
3-1-3 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8431
St Luke's International Hospital
Tel: 03 3541 5151
9-1 Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-8560
Sakakibara Heart Institute
Tel: 042 314 3141
3-16-1 Asahi-cho, Fuchu-shi, Tokyo 183-0003
St Luke International Hospital (Tokyo)
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Keio University Hospital
Tel: 03 3353 1211
35 Shinanomachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-8582
National Cancer Center Hospital
Tel: 03 3542 2511
5-1-1 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0045
National Center for Child Health and Development
Tel: 03 3416 0181
2-10-1 Okura, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 157-8535
National Center for Global Health and Medicine
Tel: 03 3202 7181
1-21-1 Toyama, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8655
NTT Medical Center Tokyo
Tel: 03 3448 6111
5-9-22 Higashi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8625
Keio University Hospital (Tokyo)
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Tokyo British Clinic
Tel: 03 5458 6099
Daikanyama Y Bldg. 2F
2-13-7 Ebisu-Nishi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0021
Tokyo Medical & Surgical Clinic
Tel: 03 3436 3028
No. 32 Shibakoen Bldg. 2F
3-4-30 Shiba Koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0011
Tokyo Midtown Medical Center
Tel: 03 5413 7911
Midtown Tower 6F, 9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-6206
Croix-Rouge japonaise (Tokyo)
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Seibo International Catholic Hospital
Tel: 03 3951 1111
2-5-1 Nakaochiai, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 161-8521
Tokai University Tokyo Hospital
Tel: 03 3370 2321
1-2-5 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0053
Tokyo Adventist Hospital (Tokyo Eisei Byoin)
Tel: 03 3392 6151
3-17-3 Amanuma, Suginami-ku, Tokyo 167-8507
Tokyo Takanawa Hospital
Tel: 03 3443 9191
3-10-11 Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8606
Tokyo Women's Medical University Hospital
Tel: 03 3353 8111
8-1 Kawada-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8666
Tokyo Women's Medical University Daini Hospital
Tel: 03 3810 1111
2-1-10 Nishiogu, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo 116-8567
Toranomon Hospital
Tel: 03 3588 1111
2-2-2 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-8470
University of Tokyo Hospital
Tel: 03 5800 8728
7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8655
Tokyo Medical University Hospital
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Kyoto
Japan Baptist Hospital
Tel: 075 781 5191
47 Yamanomotocho, Kitashirakawa, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8273
Kyoto City Hospital
Tel: 075 311 5311
1-2 Higashi Takada-cho, Mibu, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8845
Kyoto First Red Cross Hospital
Tel: 075 561 1121
749 Honmachi 15-chome, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0981
Kyoto Second Red Cross Hospital
Tel: 075 231 5171, Fax: 075 256 3451
355-5 Haruobi-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto 602-8026
Kyoto Prefectural Medical University Hospital
Tel: 075 251 5111
465 Kajii-cho, Hirokuji Agaru, Kawaramachi-dori, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto 602-8566
Kyoto University Hospital
Tel: 075 751 3111
54 Shogoin-kawaharacho, Sakyo-ku Kyoto,606-8507
Kyoto Second Red Cross Hospital
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Osaka
Kosei Nenkin Hospital
Tel: 06 6441 5451
2-78 Fukushima 4-chome, Fukushima-ku, Osaka 553-0003
Japan Red Cross Hospital (Nihon Sekijyuji Byoin)
Tel: 06 6771 5131
5-53 Fudegasaki-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka 543 8666
National Cardiovascular Center (Kokuritsu Junkankibyo Senta)
Tel: 06 6833-5012
5-7-1 Fujishirodai, Suita, Osaka 565-8565
Osaka Central Hospital (Osaka Chuo Byoin)
Tel: 06 6313 3461
8-2 Sonezaki 2-chome, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0001
Osaka University Hospital (Handai Byoin)
Tel: 06 6879 5111
2-15 Yamadagaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871
Sumitomo Hospital
Tel: 06 6443 1261
2-2 Nakanoshima 5-chome, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0005
Yodogawa Christian Hospital
Tel: 06 6322 2250
Awaji-Honmachi l-chome, Higashiyodogawa-ku, Osaka 533-0032
Osaka Sumitomo Hospital
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Nagoya
Nagoya University Hospital
Tel: 052 741 2111
65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8560
Japanese Red Cross Daiichi Hospital
Tel: 052 481 5111
3-35 Michishitacho, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 453-8511
Japanese Red Cross Daiini Hospital
Tel: 052 832 1121
2-9 Myokencho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8650
Aichi Cancer Center
Tel: 052 762 6111
1-1 Kanokoden, Chikusa-ku Nagoya 464-8681
Nagoya University Hospital
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Fukuoka
Fukuoka Kinen Hospital
Tel: 092 821 4731
1-1-35 Nishijin, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka 814-8525
Fukuoka University Hospital
Tel: 092 801 1011
7-45-1 Nanakuma Jonan-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka 814-0180
Saiseikai Fukuoka General Hospital
Tel: 092 771 8151
1-3-46 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka 390-8510
Hiroshima
Hiroshima University Hospital
Tel: 082 257 5555
Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture 734-0037
Saiseikai Fukuoka General Hospital
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Japan Medical Information
A few things to know if you fall ill while traveling in Japan:
- Japan has a healthcare system renowned for the quality of its medical care, but medical expenses can be high. For this reason, it is strongly recommended that you purchase travel insurance before your trip.
- In case of an emergency, dial 119 to reach ambulance services.
- For minor health issues, a drugstore can often recommend suitable over-the-counter medication or refer you to a doctor if necessary.
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