Medical Information
Essential information about receiving medical care in Japan
Prepare all necessary medical documents including referral letters, test results, and imaging data.
Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your planned visit date.
Arrange travel insurance that covers medical treatment abroad.
Japan has one of the world's most advanced healthcare systems with cutting-edge technology and highly skilled medical professionals.
Major hospitals offer international patient departments with multilingual support staff.
Your medical data is protected under strict Japanese privacy laws and international security standards.
All data is encrypted and stored in secure Japanese data centers with audit trail logging.
Inquiry Submission: 1-2 days to prepare and submit
CS Review: 2-5 business days
Facility Review: 5-10 business days
Total: Approximately 2-4 weeks from inquiry to decision
- Passport copy
- Medical referral letter
- Recent test results and imaging (CT, MRI, X-ray)
- Current medication list
- Insurance information (if applicable)
For questions or assistance, contact our CS team:
Email: support@mej.go.jp
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00-18:00 JST
Our team supports English, Vietnamese, and Japanese.