Of course, Japan has excellent doctors in every region, and many of them speak English. However, what matters most when you’re visiting Japan is maximizing your precious time with friends and family—not spending it in waiting rooms.
Why not check out Travelers Hospital? Get appropriate medical care without the worry of long wait times, travel hassles, or prescription complications.
Travelers Hospital – Your 24/7 Medical Concierge in Japan
Healthcare Without Barriers
Feeling unwell in a foreign country? Language barriers making you anxious? Unsure where to go or how to navigate Japan’s healthcare system?
Travelers Hospital is your dedicated medical concierge service, designed exclusively for international visitors to Japan. Access quality healthcare anytime, anywhere—24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Three Flexible Care Options
1. Telehealth Consultations
From your hotel room to popular tourist spots—connect with a licensed physician instantly via smartphone. Get professional medical advice without leaving your location.
Perfect for: Quick consultations, minor illnesses, follow-up care
2. House Call Service
Too sick to travel? Have young children with you? Our physicians come to you—whether it’s your hotel, Airbnb, or temporary residence. Receive quality care in comfort.
Perfect for: Severe symptoms, families with children, mobility concerns
3. In-Person Clinic Visits
Prefer face-to-face consultations? Visit our modern, welcoming clinic in Shiba-Daimon, Tokyo, for comprehensive medical examinations and treatments.
Perfect for: Detailed examinations, ongoing treatment, peace of mind
Why International Travelers Choose Us
True 24/7 Availability
Midnight fever? Weekend injury? We’re here. No need to worry about Japanese business hours or time zones.
Speak Your Language
Communicate confidently in English, Chinese, and other languages. Describe your symptoms accurately and understand your treatment plan completely.
Lightning-Fast Response
Average response time: just 1 hour from inquiry to appointment confirmation. Because when you’re sick, waiting isn’t an option.
Comprehensive Medical Services
12+ medical specialties under one roof: Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Dermatology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Dentistry, and more.
Insurance Made Simple
Navigate Japan’s healthcare costs with ease. We provide detailed documentation and support for international travel insurance claims.
Transparent Pricing
No surprise bills. Receive cost estimates before treatment begins, so you can make informed decisions about your care.
Proven Patient Satisfaction
93.1% satisfaction rate—our patients trust us to deliver compassionate, high-quality care when they need it most.
Common Situations We Handle
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Sudden Illness
Fever, cold, flu symptoms—get diagnosed and treated via telehealth while resting comfortably in your hotel. -
Children’s Health Emergencies
Your child isn’t feeling well? Our pediatricians provide house calls for worried parents. -
Skin Issues
Allergic reactions, insect bites, rashes—quick dermatology consultations and treatment recommendations. -
Dental Emergencies
Toothache ruining your trip? Access emergency dental care without the language barrier. -
Chronic Condition Management
Staying in Japan long-term? Continue your regular medications and monitoring seamlessly. -
Health Concerns & Questions
Worried about symptoms but not sure if you need treatment? Get professional medical advice anytime.
While Travelers Hospital offers 24/7 emergency care and comprehensive English support—making it ideal for urgent situations—we also want to introduce carefully selected clinics in the Nagano area.
These local clinics provide specialized medical services and welcome English-speaking patients. Take your time to explore their services and find the best fit for your needs.
Wakaho Hospital
Clinic Introduction
Specialized in Post-Acute Long-Term Care with a Robust Rehabilitation Team to Support Patients’ Return to Home Life
Wakaho Hospital specializes in long-term inpatient care for patients who have completed acute-phase treatment, operating 120 medical long-term care beds. Over the 19 years since its founding, the hospital has built a rehabilitation team considerably larger than is typical for a long-term care facility, consistently delivering individualized, high-quality treatment tailored to each patient’s condition and needs. The hospital participates in regional clinical pathways in collaboration with Nagano Matsushiro General Hospital and Shinonoi General Hospital, and provides thorough, attentive support for patients who wish to seek a second opinion.
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Advanced Diagnostic Equipment Including CT and Endoscopy, a Broad Range of Medical Specialties, and Outpatient Day Care Services
The hospital is equipped with a comprehensive array of diagnostic technologies, including computed tomography (CT), fluoroscopy, bone densitometry, diagnostic ultrasound, endoscopy, and mammography. A wide range of clinical departments are available, encompassing Internal Medicine, Surgery, Orthopedics, and Rehabilitation Medicine. The day care program (outpatient rehabilitation), held Monday through Friday, accommodates approximately 20 patients per session and offers attentive, personalized care with wheelchair-accessible mechanical bathing facilities and patient transport services. Same-day comprehensive health checkups are also available Monday through Saturday, supporting patients in maintaining their everyday health.
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129 Free Parking Spaces Available, Supporting Comfortable Convalescence in the Familiar Surroundings of Home
Conveniently situated in Wakaho Watauchi, Nagano City, our hospital provides 129 free parking spaces, making visits by car easy and stress-free. For emergency care, we maintain a close partnership with Nagano Matsushiro General Hospital, our affiliated institution, giving patients and their families confidence and peace of mind. Guided by our mission to help patients “live a safe and comfortable life in the home they know and love,” our visiting nurse station dispatches nurses and rehabilitation professionals directly to patients’ residences, supporting the health and well-being of our community through an integrated approach to both medical care and nursing care.
Basic Information
7615-1 Wakahowataguchi, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture
Nagano/Mameshima-Hoshina Onsen Line, Nagano Station
Yashiro-Suzaka Line, Yashiro Station, Suzaka Station
Alpico Transportation, Nagaden Bus
Available
Paid: Unknown
Free: 98 spaces
Official Website
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Other
Staff
- Doctors: 5.3
- Nurses: 49.5
Facilities
Smoking
Services
Quality Management
Higashiguchi Byoin
Clinic Introduction
Care Built on Laparoscopic Surgery and Low-Discomfort Endoscopy
Higashiguchi Hospital is a specialty facility dedicated to gastrointestinal surgery and gastroenterology, with a particular focus on surgical treatment of benign conditions including inguinal hernia, cholelithiasis, and varicose veins of the lower extremities. Our director is one of the pioneers who introduced laparoscopic surgery in Nagano Prefecture, providing patients with confident, technically refined care. We are also actively committed to offering sedation-assisted upper endoscopy and colonoscopy to minimize patient discomfort. In 2024, we introduced a new sedative agent that enables patients to safely drive themselves home following their procedure — an addition that has been met with considerable appreciation from those in our care.
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Timely Surgical Care Through Close Collaboration with Regional Healthcare
While gastrointestinal cancer surgeries are referred to and coordinated with designated cancer care centers, Higashiguchi Hospital maintains a clearly defined role by concentrating its expertise on the surgical management of benign diseases. Our guiding principle is to perform surgery without making patients wait, and our 39-bed scale allows us to operate with the flexibility and responsiveness that larger institutions often cannot provide. In addition to specialized outpatient clinics in breast and thyroid surgery, vascular surgery, and cardiology, we also offer comprehensive health screenings and executive medical check-ups.
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Approximately Five Minutes on Foot from Nagano Station East Exit — Your Community’s Trusted Hospital
Our hospital is conveniently situated approximately a five-minute walk from Nagano Station East Exit via Yumeria-dori. We are readily accessible by JR, Shinano Railway, Nagano Electric Railway, and local bus services. Two parking lots — one at the front of the hospital and one on the west side — provide a combined capacity of approximately 30 vehicles. Guided by our founding philosophy of being the first hospital that comes to mind whenever someone experiences digestive trouble, we warmly welcome every member of our community as their trusted primary care provider.
Basic Information
Nagano Prefecture, Nagano City, Aza Kurita 1618-1
5-minute walk from Nagano Station (JR / Shinano Railway)
5-minute walk south from the East Exit of JR Nagano Shinkansen Station
Available
Paid: Unknown
Free: 30 spaces
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Staff
- Doctors: 4.5
- Nurses: 15.53
Facilities
Smoking
Services
Quality Management
Ikeda Clinic
Clinic Introduction
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Basic Information
2-26-19 Agematsu, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture
Hokuriku Shinkansen, Nagano Station, 45-minute walk
Available
Paid: 0 spaces
Free: 10 spaces
Official Website
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Other
Staff
- Doctors: 1
- Nurses: 3
Facilities
Smoking
Services
Quality Management
HATCHO Derm Clinic
Clinic Introduction
A Dermatology Clinic with a Partial Appointment System, Offering Care for a Wide Range of Skin Conditions
At Haccho Dermatology Clinic, we operate a partial appointment system that gives priority to patients who have made a reservation in advance. We provide comprehensive care for a broad range of common dermatological conditions, including atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, acne vulgaris, herpes zoster (shingles), and viral verrucae (warts). If you have any concerns about your skin, we encourage you to visit our clinic and speak with one of our specialists.
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Comprehensive Dermatological Care: From Atopic Dermatitis and Acne Vulgaris to Herpes Zoster
We offer care for a wide spectrum of skin conditions, ranging from chronic dermatological disorders such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis to infectious and inflammatory conditions including acne vulgaris, herpes zoster (shingles), and viral verrucae (warts). If you are experiencing any skin concerns or troublesome symptoms, please do not hesitate to consult with us.
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Closed on Tuesdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays — Please Check Our Official Website Before Visiting
Our clinic is closed on Tuesdays, Sundays, and public holidays. We operate a partial appointment system, with priority given to patients who have booked in advance. Please note that telephone reservations are currently suspended. Before planning your visit, we kindly ask that you check our official website for the latest information on appointment methods and clinic hours.
Basic Information
3-22-16 Yoshida, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture, JA Nagano Yoshida Ekimae Building 2F
Nagano Electric Railway Line, Shinano-Yoshida Station, 1-minute walk
Kita-Shinshu Line (Shinano Railway), Kita-Nagano Station, 2-minute walk
Directly in front of Nagano Electric Railway Shinano-Yoshida Station. 2-minute walk from Kita-Shinshu Line Kita-Nagano Station. By car: 1 minute from Kita-Nagano-dori/Kita-Nagano Station intersection; 2 minutes from SBC-dori/Yoshida Elementary School intersection.
Available
Paid: 0 spaces
Free: 15 spaces
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Staff
- Doctors: 1
- Nurses: 1
Facilities
Smoking
Services
Quality Management
NaganoSeikeigeka Clinic
Clinic Introduction
Same-Day Definitive Diagnosis and Specialized Outpatient Clinics for Comprehensive Orthopedic Care
Equipped with high-performance MRI and diagnostic ultrasound systems, our clinic is structured to deliver definitive diagnoses on the very day of each patient’s visit. All medical imaging undergoes dual review by affiliated radiologists and attending physicians, ensuring the highest level of diagnostic accuracy. In addition to specialized outpatient clinics staffed by dedicated experts in the shoulder, foot, and hip joint, we actively offer advanced treatment modalities — including extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy — for refractory conditions, providing a broad spectrum of options for patients experiencing persistent pain or complex musculoskeletal presentations.
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Rehabilitation-Centered Root-Cause Treatment with Individually Tailored Care Plans
Grounded in the conviction that the vast majority of orthopedic conditions can be resolved through rehabilitation, our clinic places rehabilitative care at the very core of treatment. We take time to thoroughly understand each patient’s lifestyle, personal circumstances, and recovery goals before developing an individually optimized care plan. Rather than settling for temporary symptom relief, our dedicated clinical team provides continuous support — spanning functional recovery to long-term health maintenance — with the overarching aim of addressing the root cause of pain and preventing recurrence.
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Convenient Online Booking and Continuous Support Through Return to Sport
Our online appointment and patient registration system, paired with a web-based medical history intake tool, significantly reduces waiting times and streamlines the check-in process, making regular clinic visits as accessible and convenient as possible. Following the completion of a rehabilitation program, patients are encouraged to continue their exercise and strength training at an affiliated membership fitness facility, ensuring seamless continuity of care beyond the clinic. Guided by our commitment to supporting active individuals and athletes through the power of medicine, we are dedicated to walking alongside each patient over the long term — with the ultimate goal of achieving a full return to daily life and sport.
Basic Information
5-26-23 Yoshida, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture
JR Shinetsu Line / Iiyama Line, Kita-Nagano Station, 13-minute walk
Train: 13-minute walk from JR Shinetsu Line / Iiyama Line Kita-Nagano Station. By car: 10 minutes from Suzaka/Nagano-Higashi IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway
Available
Paid: Unknown
Free: 23 spaces
Official Website
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Other
Staff
- Doctors: 5
Facilities
Smoking
Services
Quality Management
KAKUTA MEDICAL CLINIC
Clinic Introduction
A Clinic Offering Comprehensive Care in Internal Medicine, Home Medical Care, and Kampo Therapy
Kakuta Internal Medicine Clinic, a medical corporation, delivers care built on two core pillars — internal medicine and home medical care — while also incorporating Kampo (traditional Japanese herbal medicine) therapy into its practice. By integrating Eastern and Western medicine, the clinic is able to provide an approach closely attuned to each patient’s individual symptoms and constitution. Dedicated programs are also available for vaccinations, health checkups, and comprehensive medical examinations, supporting the health of community members across a broad spectrum, from disease prevention to everyday health management.
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A Well-Equipped Practice Featuring Multiplex Simultaneous PCR Testing
The clinic is equipped with a multiplex simultaneous PCR testing system, enabling prompt diagnostic testing for infectious diseases. For home medical care, healthcare providers visit patients at their homes, supporting recovery and daily living in the familiar surroundings of their own environment. Kampo therapy is explained in detail on a dedicated page, with individualized prescriptions tailored to each patient’s constitution and symptoms. From general internal medicine to preventive healthcare, the clinic is prepared to meet a wide range of medical needs.
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Conveniently Located — 8-Minute Walk from Hongo Station with Parking for 6 Vehicles
The clinic is located at 1-8-12 Miwa, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture, an 8-minute walk from Hongo Station. For patients traveling by car, a parking lot accommodating up to 6 vehicles is available. The clinic offers a comprehensive range of services, including internal medicine, home medical care, Kampo therapy, PCR testing, vaccinations, and health checkups. If you have any health concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to call us at 026-262-1166 or visit us in person.
Basic Information
1-8-12 Miwa, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture
Nagano Electric Railway, Hongo Station, 15-minute walk
10-minute walk from Nagano Electric Railway Hongo Station
Available
Paid: Unknown
Free: 6 spaces
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Staff
- Doctors: 1
- Nurses: 3
Facilities
Smoking
Services
Quality Management
Noutokaradano Kurashima Clinic
Clinic Introduction
Specialized Neurosurgery and Neurology Outpatient Clinics with Advanced Diagnostic Capabilities
Located in Inasato-machi, Nagano City, our clinic specializes in neurosurgery and neurology. We place particular emphasis on three dedicated outpatient services: a Stroke Clinic, a Headache Clinic, and a Memory Clinic. Our diagnostic offerings include MCI (Mild Cognitive Impairment) screening blood tests and APOE gene testing — both performed simultaneously from a single blood draw — as well as a cognitive function self-assessment tool powered by VR and eye-tracking technology. We can arrange direct MRI appointments at partner hospitals, including Nagano Red Cross Hospital, and provide thorough in-clinic explanations of all test results. Saturday consultations are also available.
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Patient-Centered Care in a Warm, Hawaii-Inspired Healing Environment
At the heart of our practice is the philosophy of medicine that truly stands in the patient’s shoes. We take the time to explain treatment plans clearly and thoroughly until each patient feels fully informed and at ease. Drawing on the concept of a “Warm Hawaiian Clinic,” our waiting room is designed to evoke the serenity of a forest, while the consultation room is adorned in soothing lavender tones. Hawaiian music plays throughout the clinic, and our director personally blends custom aromatherapy scents to create an atmosphere where patients can relax both body and mind. Our in-house diagnostic equipment — including CT scanning, carotid artery ultrasound, bone density measurement, and electrocardiography — allows us to address a broad spectrum of medical conditions.
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Open on Saturdays — Welcoming Patients from Inasato-machi, Nagano City
Our clinic is located in Tamaki, Inasato-machi, Nagano City, and is open on both weekdays and Saturdays (morning: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM; afternoon: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM). To allow adequate time for examinations and medical history intake, first-time patients are kindly asked to arrive by 10:30 AM for morning visits or by 4:00 PM for afternoon visits. Patients wishing to be seen at our Memory Clinic are requested to contact us by phone prior to their visit. Those with a primary care physician are welcome to bring a referral letter and any relevant imaging records. Please do not hesitate to call us if you have questions about current wait times.
Basic Information
1310-5 Tamaki, Inasatocho, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture
Alpico [37] Tamaki Line, 2-minute walk south from Hirota Bus Stop
Alpico Kotsu [37] Tamaki Line, 2-minute walk in the direction of travel from Hirota Bus Stop
Available
Paid: Unknown
Free: 14 spaces
Official Website
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Staff
- Doctors: 1
- Nurses: 3.5
Facilities
Smoking
Services
Quality Management
ichinose junkankinaika
Clinic Introduction
A Cardiology Clinic Dedicated to Attentive Care — Appointments Available for Both New and Returning Patients
Ichinose Cardiovascular Medicine is a specialty clinic focused exclusively on cardiovascular internal medicine. We operate on an appointment-based system for both new and returning patients as a general policy, ensuring that each individual receives sufficient, unhurried consultation time. We are committed to minimizing waiting times and providing a calm, comfortable environment for every visit. We also welcome patients who have been told of ECG abnormalities during a medical checkup or health screening, those who have concerns about their screening results, and those who have been referred by another physician.
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Building a Safe and Reliable Care Environment Through Partnerships with Six Hospitals and Thorough Infection Control Measures
Our clinic has established a collaborative care network with six hospitals: Koseiren Shinonoi General Hospital, Koseiren Nagano Matsushiro General Hospital, Nagano Red Cross Hospital, Nagano Municipal Hospital, Nagano Chuo Hospital, and Chikuma Chuo Hospital. When hospitalization or further diagnostic workup is deemed necessary, we are prepared to refer patients to the appropriate facility in a timely manner. In addition, to prevent the spread of infection within the clinic, patients experiencing symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, or diarrhea are kindly asked to call us by phone before coming in.
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Clinic Location in Shimmei, Nagano City — Hours of Operation and Access Information
Our clinic is located at 86 Shimmei, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture, approximately a five-minute walk from Higashi Sainan Higashi Park. Morning hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (last reception at 11:00 a.m.), and afternoon hours are Monday through Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (last reception at 4:00 p.m.). The clinic is closed on Friday afternoons, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. If you are experiencing symptoms such as fever or cough, please be sure to call us before visiting.
Basic Information
86 Shinmei, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture
JR Shinonoi Line, Imai Station, 60-minute walk
By car / Bus (Gururi-go), 5-minute walk north from Higashisainan Park bus stop
Available
Paid: Unknown
Free: 20 spaces
Official Website
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Staff
- Doctors: 1
- Nurses: 3.5
Facilities
Smoking
Services
Quality Management
Hirano Naika Shounika Iin
Clinic Introduction
A Clinic Offering Comprehensive Care in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Home Visit Services
Hirano Internal Medicine and Pediatric Clinic provides care in both internal medicine and pediatrics. Pediatric consultations are conducted on an appointment-only basis, creating a calm and comfortable environment for children and their families. Designated as an Enhanced Home Medical Care Support Clinic, we are actively committed to home visit medical services, with a dedicated time slot from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM set aside specifically for this purpose — ensuring dependable support for patients receiving home-based care in our community. Endoscopic examinations are also available, allowing us to address a broad range of healthcare needs.
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Rigorous Infection Control Measures for a Safe and Reassuring Visit
To prevent the spread of infectious diseases, consultations for fever and acute illness are scheduled in completely separate time slots from general outpatient hours. Dedicated hours for patients presenting with fever or acute illness are from 11:30 AM in the morning and from 5:00 PM onward in the afternoon. Upon arrival, patients are required to wear a non-woven face mask, ring the intercom, and enter the clinic one at a time in accordance with reception staff instructions. Our clinical protocols are also adjusted flexibly in response to current infectious disease conditions, so that every patient can visit with full confidence and peace of mind.
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Please Call Ahead Before Your Visit — Home Visit Inquiries Are Also Welcome
If you are experiencing an acute illness or would like to schedule a pediatric consultation, we kindly ask that you contact us by phone before coming to the clinic. General outpatient reception hours are from 8:45 AM to 11:30 AM in the morning, and from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM in the afternoon (from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Thursdays). Please be aware that our clinical operations may change in response to the infectious disease situation, so we recommend calling ahead to confirm before your visit. We are also happy to discuss home-based medical care and home visit services over the phone — please feel free to reach out. Our entire staff looks forward to welcoming you.
Basic Information
Nagano Prefecture, Nagano City, Miwa 1247
15-minute walk from Nagano Electric Railway Gondo Station / 1-minute walk from Nagano Electric Railway Yanagimachi Apartment-mae Bus Stop
Available
Paid: Unknown
Free: 6 spaces
Official Website
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Staff
- Doctors: 1
- Nurses: 4
Facilities
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