Finding an English-speaking doctor in Japan as a foreigner might be difficult. It's not always apparent where to go to find a reliable doctor who knows your language. In this article, we've gathered a list of hospitals and clinics that has English-speaking doctors so you can confidently express your concerns.
Tokyo
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Open: 8:30-17:15 (Until 12:30 on Saturdays)
on Sundays and public holidays
*The second and fourth Saturdays are temporarily closed at this time.
Tel: +81-3-380-8031
Address: 9F Shosankan Building, 1-3-2 Iidabashi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0072
Email: https://tokyocancerclinic.jp/lang/en/contact
Health Insurance: Not accepted
American Clinic Tokyo is an appointment-based clinic, so make sure you call or email in advance to make one. They provide General Medicine, Psychology, Wellness, and Psychiatry. When required, American Tokyo Clinic also refers its patients to specialists, imaging facilities, and hospitals. They also provide hotel and workplace visits (specific requirements apply).
Tel: +81-3-4405-6210
Fax: +81-3-6737-1954
Address: 3F No.1 Niikura Bldg. 1-7-4 Akasaka, Minatoku, Tokyo, JAPAN 107-0052
Email: info@americanclinictokyo.com
Health Insurance: Not accepted
Tokyo Medical And Surgical Clinic provides medical check-ups and special consultations including Cardiology, Dermatology, ENT, Gastroenterology, Gynecology, Internal medicine, Obstetrics, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics (including subspecialties), Psychiatry, Surgery, and Urology. All of their specialists speak English. Make sure to schedule an appointment using the contact details below.
Tel: 03-3436-3028
Fax: 03-3436-5024
Mon-Fri/ 8:30am-5:30pm
Sat/ 8:30am-12:00pm
Address: 32 Shiba Koen Building 2F, 3-4-30 Shiba-Koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo
ER: Yes
Health Insurance: Not accepted
The King Clinic's field of service includes General Practice (Internal medicine & minor surgery), Travel Medicine (Travel Clinic), Paediatrics (Saturdays only), Immunisations for all ages, and Medical examinations. They accept Japanese national health insurance and international insurances (HTH Worldwide, Aetna Global, Seven Corners, GeoBlue, and United Healthcare “International Cashless” members).
Tel: +81-(0)3-3409-0764
Health Insurance: Accepted
Address: B1F, iori Omotesando 6-31-11 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
National Medical Clinic provides medical services in pediatrics, general internal medicine (primary care, preventive care, men & women's health), surgery, and laboratory tests. Their experienced pediatrician, physicians, nurses, and the staff speaks English.
Tel: 03-3473-2057
Fax: 03-3473-1869
Mon.-Fri.: 9:00 am - 12:00pm/1:30 pm - 5:00pm
Sat.: 9:00 am - 12:00pm
Address: #202 5-16-11 Minami Azabu Minato-ku, Tokyo 〒106-0047
Health Insurance: Not accepted
Immunizations and family practice (children and adults) services are available, as well as travel medical services for tourists. Make sure to schedule an appointment ahead of time so you can be prioritized.
Tel: 03-3478-4747
Fax: 03-5414-7166
Mon.-Fri.: 10:00 - 13:00/15:00 - 18:00
Sat.: 9:00 - 14:00
Address: 151-0051 Tokyo, Shibuya-ku, Sendagaya 1-20-3-203 Barbizon Build. 2F
E-mail: clinic@sendagaya-ic.com
Health Insurance: Accepted
International Health Care Clinic provides medical services including general medicine, travel medicine, vaccination for travel, health check-up, checkup for vegans and vegetarians, and international medical transportation.
Tel: (+81)3-3501-1330
Tues. - Fri: 10:00 - 12:30/15:30 - 18:30
Address: Sueyoshi Bldg.3F, 2-10-5 Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-0004, Japan
Health Insurance: Accepted
Roppongi Hills Clinic offers services for Medicine, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, Diabetes, Neurology, Psychiatry, Urology, Orthopedics, Breast Surgery, Dermatology, Otolaryngology, Gynecology, and Headache.
Outpatient Services
03-3796-0066
Mon-Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
Sat: 10:00 - 13:00
Medical Checkup
03-3796-6006
Mon-Fri: 8:30 - 16:00
Sat: 8:30 - 13:00
Address: Roppongi Hills Mori Tower 6th floor, 6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-6106
Health Insurance: Accepted
This hospital is located in Hiroo Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. It is the Japanese Red Cross Society's main medical center and is under its direct management. They offer services including Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, Surgery, Neurosurgery, Dermatology, Urology, Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology, Obstetrics, Gynecology, Neonatology, Pediatrics, Children's Health Care, Pediatric Surgery, and more.
Visit JRC Medical Center's General Information page to see the full list of the services, other facilities, floor map, and more.
Tel: 03-3400-1311
Fax: 03-3409-1604
Address: 4-1-22 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-8935
ER: Yes
Health Insurance: Accepted
Osaka
Nakamura Clinic offers treatment for common illnesses as well as various types of acute health issues including hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, respiratory infections, allergies, hay fever, stomach pain, cuts, and more.
Tel: 06-6771-0266
Walk-In Hours (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri): A.M. 9:00-13:00, P.M. 15:00-18:00; Sat: 9:00-12:30
Closed Wed, Sun, & National Holidays
Address: NKM Building 1F 15-10-4 Daido Tennoji-Ku, Osaka, Japan 〒543-0052
Health Insurance: Accepted
Tel: +81 6-6632-3325 (Japanese)
Phone: 080-6182-0358 (for English)
Address: 2-3-19 Motomachi, TCA Bld. 4th Fl., Naniwaku, Osaka, Japan
Health Insurance: Accepted
Kyoto
Sakabe International Clinic is located near Kyoto City Hall and offers services in internal medicine, gastroenterology, neurology, surgery, anesthesiology, and outpatient pain services.
Tel: +81 75-231-1624
Clinic hours
Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri: 9:30AM - 12:30PM, 6:30PM - 8:30PM
Thur/Sat: 9:30 AM - 12:30PM
*AM services are by appointment only
Address: 435, Yamamotocho, Gokomachi-Nijo sagaru, Nakagyo-Ku, Kyoto, 604-0933
Ozaki Clinic
Schedule
Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri: 9 AM–12:30 PM, 6–8 PM
Thurs, Sat: 9 AM–12:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
Tel: +81 75-463-5061
Address: 69 Nishinokyo Nakahocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8461, Japan
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