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TSM INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL ALLIANCE

International patient guide to Japan

Explore representative Japanese hospitals, specialties and application requirements for patients travelling from abroad. This is not a hospital ranking; acceptance requires review by the chosen hospital.

About this hospital list

These are representative institutions of interest to overseas Chinese-speaking patients, with processes for international care. This is not a ranking or a promise of acceptance for every condition at every time. Confirm the condition, records, referral requirements, language and availability with the hospital beforehand.

Before planning care

Accepting foreign patients does not necessarily mean accepting patients travelling from abroad for treatment

Understand the difference between Category 1/2 listings and treatment travel from abroad.

Read the explanation

Shinjuku, Tokyo

National Center for Global Health and Medicine

Official website

Areas of interest:Comprehensive care, international patient support and multilingual medical communication

Application notes:Patients living abroad or without Japanese health insurance should contact the international care department in advance. Walk-in attendance is not recommended for non-emergencies.

Tsukiji, Tokyo

National Cancer Center Hospital

Official website

Areas of interest:Cancer care, second opinions, pathology consultations and cancer research

Application notes:International patients who do not speak Japanese generally apply through a hospital-approved coordinator. Acceptance and costs depend on hospital review.

Kashiwa, Chiba

National Cancer Center Hospital East

Official website

Areas of interest:Comprehensive cancer care, clinical research and drug development

Application notes:Part of the same National Cancer Center system as the central hospital. International patients should first confirm the appropriate campus and application route.

Hongo, Tokyo

Juntendo University Hospital

Official website

Areas of interest:University hospital care, multidisciplinary services and international patient coordination

Application notes:Overseas patients generally apply through a medical coordinator and usually need referral records and DICOM imaging.

Kyoto

Kyoto University Hospital

Official website

Areas of interest:Advanced care, complex diseases, oncology and clinical research

Application notes:Overseas patients without Japanese insurance apply through an affiliated coordinator; a referral is generally required for the first visit.

Suita, Osaka

Osaka University Hospital

Official website

Areas of interest:Advanced comprehensive care, international care support and clinical research

Application notes:An international medical support department is available. Confirm the department, required records and coordination process before travelling.

International patient policies, fees and coordinators may change. Avoid non-refundable travel bookings before submitting complete records and receiving written acceptance.