Japanese medical and health guide for foreigners

While you're healthy, check how to get tested, insurance, medication information, and how to contact us in case of an emergency.

This page not only provides general information, but also organizes the order and points to check when actually preparing. For people coming to Japan from overseas, it is important to proceed with plenty of time, as each procedure can take time due to differences in language and systems.

Looking for a medical institution

Check the medical department and supported languages.

When considering the lifestyle of not only the person but also the entire family, the place they live and how they spend their time will also change. It will be easier to reduce the burden after daily life if you use the facilities that you frequently use and the trips you make every day as your criteria.

Preparation for medical examination

Bring your identification, insurance, and medication information.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

chronic illness

Be able to explain your treatment history.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

In case of emergency

Priority will be given to the latest public information.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

Distinction from general information

Consult a medical institution for diagnosis.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

Update and check information regularly

Japanese systems, fees, and service terms are subject to change. Please do not make important decisions based solely on the information available at the time of reading the article, and please check the latest information from public institutions, contractors, experts, etc. before taking any action. In particular, the handling of legal, tax, residence status, and medical matters will vary depending on individual circumstances.

Expand from one theme to related items

Life, housing, work, and family issues are interconnected. Don't limit yourself to just one article; check out related guides to get a complete picture. JCBO JAPAN GUIDE has a structure that progresses from individual themes to pillar pages and consultation desks.

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If you would like to discuss the "Japanese Medical and Health Guide for Foreigners" individually, please let us know your current situation, desired time, location, budget, what has already been decided, and what has not yet been decided. JCBO organizes the consultation contents and guides you through what can be resolved with general information and what needs to be dealt with by corporate services or qualified experts.