Kitakyushu City Yahata Hospital
- Languages
- EnglishKoreanThaiVietnamese+1
- Support
- Interpreter
- Departments
- Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology +6
Prefectural hub for international patients
Kokura memorial hospital
小倉記念病院
Prefectural hub for international patients
Kokura memorial hospital is a hospital in Fukuoka Prefecture listed by Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare as accepting international patients, designated by the prefecture as a hub for international patients. Languages available: English and Chinese. Departments include oncology, cardiology, and neurology. It has remote interpreting services.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Chinese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Secondary emergency care (cases needing admission or surgery)
- Fees for international patients
- ¥12 per insurance point
Departments and languages: Cardiology, Cardiovascular surgery, 血管 Surgery, Neurosurgery, Neurology, Surgery, Thoracic surgery, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Urology, ENT, 頭頸部 Surgery, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Plastic surgery, Anesthesiology, 集中治療部, Dermatology, Hematology, 総合 Internal medicine, 糖尿病･内分泌･代謝 Internal medicine, Respiratory medicine, Radiology, 緩和ケア, Psychiatry, Pathology, 救急部, 膠原病リウマチ Internal medicine ※ translation device 器を利用して, EN, ZH, KO等18言語
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | — |
| Remote interpreting | ✓ — ふくおか国際医療サポートセンター活用 (コールセンター, 21言語対応) |
| Other languages | ふくおか国際医療サポートセンター活用 (ボランティア通訳派遣, 5言語対応) |
| Address | 3-2-1 , Asano , Kokurakita-ku , Kitakyusyu-shi , Fukuoka 802-8555 Japan 福岡県北九州市小倉北区浅野三丁目2番１号 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 4012 北九州 |
| Tel | 093-511-2000 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri:8:10–11:00 (24-hour emergency outpatient care) Sat, Sun & holidays: 24-hour emergency outpatient care |
| Cards accepted | JCB,AMEX,銀聯Diners Club,DISCOVER,VISA,MasterCard,UFJ Card,NicoS,DC · × |
| Fees for international patients | ¥12 per insurance point (the standard rate is ¥10). Patients without Japanese insurance are charged at this rate. |
Hours, payment methods and support notes come from the Japanese government list; common terms are translated automatically. Check details with the hospital.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Can I be seen in a language other than Japanese at Kokura memorial hospital?
Yes. The official list records support in English and Chinese. Remote (phone or video) interpretation is also used. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.
Is Kokura memorial hospital open 24 hours or for emergencies?
It provides secondary emergency care (cases needing admission or surgery). Regular hours: 月-金:8:10-11:00（救急外来24時間対応) 土日・祝日：救急外来24時間対応. In a life-threatening emergency, call 119 for an ambulance.
What if I do not have Japanese health insurance?
You pay the full cost yourself. Bring travel insurance documents if you have them, and ask for an estimate at reception before treatment. This hospital lists a charge of 1.2× the standard fee schedule for uninsured international patients.
How do I contact Kokura memorial hospital or find it?
Phone: 093-511-2000. Address: 3-2-1 , Asano , Kokurakita-ku , Kitakyusyu-shi , Fukuoka 802-8555 Japan.
Which specialties does Kokura memorial hospital list for international patients?
Oncology, cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, cosmetic medicine, ophthalmology, and fertility & women's health. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.