Tsukubakinen Hospital
- Languages
- EnglishSpanishKoreanPortuguese+4
- Support
- 24-hour ERInterpreter
- Departments
- Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology +2
Prefectural hub for international patients
University of Tsukuba Hospital
筑波大学附属病院
JIH listedJMIP certifiedPrefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
University of Tsukuba Hospital is a JIH-listed hospital in Ibaraki Prefecture that accepts international patients. It offers 41 departments and is particularly strong in oncology, cardiology, and neurology. The international patient office handles inquiries in English.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Arabic · Spanish · French · Korean · Portuguese · Russian · Thai · Vietnamese · Chinese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases)
- Fees for international patients
- ¥30 per insurance point
OncologyCardiologyNeurologyOrthopedicsDentistryOphthalmologyFertility & women's healthPediatricsCosmetic medicine
Departments and languages: Cardiology: EN, Respiratory medicine: EN, Gastroenterology: EN, Nephrology: EN, Hematology: EN, 膠原病, リウマチ, アレルギー Internal medicine: EN, Neurology: EN, 内分泌代謝, Diabetes: EN, 遺伝診療科: EN, 睡眠呼吸障害科: EN, メンタルヘルス科: EN, Medical oncology: EN, 病院総合 Internal medicine: EN, Cardiovascular surgery: EN, Gastrointestinal surgery: EN, Urology: EN, Neurosurgery: EN, Thoracic surgery: EN, 乳腺, 甲状腺, 内分泌 Surgery: EN, Orthopedics: EN, Plastic surgery: EN, 脳卒中科: EN, 精神 Neuropsychiatry: EN, Obstetrics, Gynecology: EN, Dermatology: EN, Infectious diseases: EN, ENT: EN, Dentistry, Oral surgery: EN, 放射線診断, IVR科: EN, 放射線腫瘍科: EN, Anesthesiology: EN, 救急, 集中治療科: EN, Pathology: EN, 臨床病理科: EN, 小児 Internal medicine: EN, Pediatric surgery: EN, Ophthalmology: EN, General medicine: EN, Rehabilitation: EN, 緩和支持治療科: EN,
| International patient office | ✓ — EN: 月曜－金曜9:00–17:00 |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | ✓ — EN: 月曜－金曜9:00–17:00 |
| Medical interpreter on site | ✓ — EN, VI, ZH, TL, ID, PT, TH, SI, KO, UR, NE, ES, RU, FR, MN, HI, FA, YUE, BN, LO, AR, PRS, KM, DE, SW, ZH-TW, PS, 月曜-金曜9:00–17:00 (appointment required) |
| Remote interpreting | ✓ — EN, VI, ZH, TL, ID, PT, TH, SI, KO, UR, NE, ES, RU, FR, MN, HI, FA, YUE, MY, BN, LO, AR, PRS, IT, KM, DE, TR, ZH-TW, PS, UK, TA, MS: 24 hours |
| Other languages | EN, VI, ZH, TL, ID, PT, TH, SI, KO, UR, NE, ES, RU, FR, MN, HI, FA, YUE, MY, BN, LO, AR, PRS, IT, KM, DE, TR, ZH-TW, PS, UK, TA, MS: 24 hours |
| Other languages | BN, DE, HI, ID, IT, KM, MN, MY, NE, TL, TR, UK |
| Address | 2-1-1 Amakubo, Tsukuba, ibaraki 305-8576 茨城県つくば市天久保2-1-1 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 806 つくば |
| Tel | 029-853-7668 |
| Hours | ★初診: Mon–Fri ，8:30–16:30 ★再診: Mon–Fri ，7:30–16:30 ★夜間, Sat & Sun, 祝祭日, 年末年始: 24-hour emergency outpatient care |
| Official website | hosp.tsukuba.ac.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, NICOS, UFJ, DC, DISCOVER · J-Debit |
| Fees for international patients | ¥30 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 University of Tsukuba Hospital?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Arabic, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Medical interpreters are available on site. Remote (phone or video) interpretation is also used. There is a dedicated international patient office. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.
Is University of Tsukuba Hospital open 24 hours or for emergencies?
Yes, it is listed as open 24 hours. It provides tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases). 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 3× the standard fee schedule for uninsured international patients.
How do I contact University of Tsukuba Hospital or find it?
Phone: 029-853-7668. Address: 2-1-1 Amakubo, Tsukuba, ibaraki 305-8576. Official website: https://www.hosp.tsukuba.ac.jp/en/.
Which specialties does University of Tsukuba Hospital list for international patients?
Oncology, cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, dentistry, ophthalmology, fertility & women's health, pediatrics, and cosmetic medicine. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.