Finding Care
for local foreign residents and international visitors
There may be occasions when seeking medical advice becomes necessary due to unforeseen health concerns. However, unfamiliarity with Japan’s healthcare system can often deter individuals from visiting medical facilities, potentially delaying access to the care they need.
At Health Ally Japan, we are dedicated to prioritizing your well-being. Based on an assessment of your health status and specific requirements, we will provide you with comprehensive information on appropriate healthcare institutions where you can receive consultations and treatment. Our support ensures that you no longer need to worry about navigating the complexities of where to go, how to proceed, or what is required for your medical consultations.
All you need to do is fill up a series of questionnaires and we will take care of the rest of the process.
Arrangement fee starts from 5000 yen, additional fee may apply depending on referral and necessary processing of medical documents. Inquire for more details.
① Fill up Questionnaire
② Location and Institution Check
③ Confirm Consultation Appointment
People with chronic illness and treatments
Advanced preparation of documents in English for your health condition and/or current treatment will be useful should you need to visit a medical institution in Japan.
There is a set of rules to be followed for people who need to carry medical narcotics or psychotic drugs for treatment purposes. Medical narcotics must be approved by the Director-General of the Local Welfare Bureau in advance.
Procedures for psychotic drugs vary depending on the total amount of medicine needed to be carried.
It is not possible to import, export, mail, nor let acquaintances carry drugs on your behalf. Note that Japan has very strict punishment for importation of even small amounts of medical narcotics, so you should be sure to follow its procedures carefully to avoid potential legal consequences - including prison or deportation - for bringing even small quantities of medical narcotics with you.
It is also important that you be aware of over-the-counter medicines available in other countries that are considered illegal in Japan.