Hakodate Municipal Hospital
- Languages
- EnglishKoreanChinese
- Support
- 24-hour ERInternational officeInterpreter
- Departments
- General
Prefectural hub for international patients
Japanese Red Cross Shimizu Hospital
清水赤十字病院
Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
Japanese Red Cross Shimizu Hospital is a hospital in Hokkaido 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, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Vietnamese, and Chinese. It has medical interpreters.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Spanish · Korean · Portuguese · Russian · Vietnamese · Chinese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Secondary emergency care (cases needing admission or surgery)
Departments and languages: Internal medicine: EN
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | ✓ — English |
| Medical interpreter on site | ✓ — EN: Mon–Fri 8:30–17:00 |
| Remote interpreting | — |
| Other languages | EN, ZH, KO, RU, ES, PT, VI, MS: 日–月 24 hours |
| Address | Minami2-2-1 Shimizu-chou, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido 北海道上川郡清水町南2条2丁目1 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 119 十勝 |
| Tel | 0156-62-2513 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri:9:00–12:00 (24-hour emergency outpatient care) Sat, Sun & holidays: 24-hour emergency outpatient care |
| Official website | shimizu.jrc.or.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, JCB, Unionpay, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DinersＣｌｕｂ, DISCOVER · ｉＤ, 楽天Edy, WAON, NANACO, QUICPAY, 交通系 E-money, PayPay, ｄ払い, 楽天Pay, auPay, メルカリPay, UnionPay, Alipay, WeChatPay, BANKPay, ApplePay, グーグルPay |
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 Japanese Red Cross Shimizu Hospital?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Medical interpreters are available on site. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.
Is Japanese Red Cross Shimizu Hospital open 24 hours or for emergencies?
Yes, it is listed as open 24 hours. It provides secondary emergency care (cases needing admission or surgery). 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.
How do I contact Japanese Red Cross Shimizu Hospital or find it?
Phone: 0156-62-2513. Address: Minami2-2-1 Shimizu-chou, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido. Official website: https://shimizu.jrc.or.jp/.
Which specialties does Japanese Red Cross Shimizu Hospital list for international patients?
General. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.