Medical
From making an appointment to picking up medication — all you need to see a doctor.
Clinic visit process:
- Make an appointment (online or by phone) → check in / show your ID → fill out the questionnaire → wait → see the doctor → pay → pick up medicine at the pharmacy.
What to bring:
- Your health insurance card (or National Health Insurance card), and cash or a credit card.
Note:
- Without insurance, you'll pay the full cost yourself — first-visit fees tend to be high.
- Most clinics in Japan require an appointment in advance.
- If you have allergies or take medication regularly, prepare a medication note or explanation beforehand.
Language support:
- Some larger hospitals have foreign-language desks or medical interpretation services — worth calling ahead to check.
- If you can't explain your symptoms in Japanese, try writing them out in advance using a translation app and showing it to the doctor.
Booking & Registration
The Consultation