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Iwate Prefectural Kamaishi Hospital

岩手県立釜石病院

Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
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岩手県立釜石病院

〒026-0055 岩手県釜石市甲子町第10地割483-6

0193-25-2011

  • この病院に行きたいです。I would like to go to this hospital.
  • 英語を話せるスタッフはいますか？Is there anyone who speaks English?
  • 初めて受診します。This is my first visit.
  • 日本の健康保険には入っていません。I do not have Japanese health insurance.

Iwate Prefectural Kamaishi Hospital is a hospital in Iwate 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, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Departments include cardiology, neurology, and orthopedics. It has medical interpreters and remote interpreting services.

At a glance
Languages spoken
English · Spanish · French · Korean · Portuguese · Russian · Thai · Vietnamese · Chinese
Type
Hospital
Emergency care
Secondary emergency care (cases needing admission or surgery)
Fees for international patients
¥10 per insurance point
Specialties
CardiologyNeurologyOrthopedicsCosmetic medicineOphthalmologyFertility & women's healthPediatrics

Departments and languages: Internal medicine, Cardiology, Respiratory medicine, Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, Surgery, Cardiovascular surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Neurology, Plastic surgery, Urology, Obstetrics & gynecology, Ophthalmology, ENT /自動音声 translation device 等にて対応

Support for international patients
International patient office—
Medical coordinator—
Medical interpreter on site✓ — 通訳を必要とする患者の依頼に基づき関係機関に対し volunteer medical interpreters の派遣を要請:EN,ZH,KO,TL
Remote interpreting✓ — 24 hours:EN,ZH,KO,VI,TL,ES,PT,ID,IT,FR,DE,RU,TH,MS,NE, Burmese,KM
Other languagesMon–Fri: 24 hours 自動 translation device 器等にて対応
Other languagesDE, ID, IT, KM, MY, NE, TL
Basic information
Address10the floor 483-6, Kasshicho, Kamaishi shi,Iwate prefecture, 026-0055
岩手県釜石市甲子町第10地割483-6
Medical area306 釜石
Tel0193-25-2011
Hours【毎週金曜日のみ受付】 Ophthalmology: 12:00–14:00 【第1, 3木曜日のみ受付】 呼吸器科: 12:00–14:00 【 Mon–Fri 】 Obstetrics & gynecology, Orthopedics, ENT: 8:30–10:00 上記以外: 8:30–11:00 Mon–Fri: 24-hour emergency outpatient care Sat, Sun & holidays: 24-hour emergency outpatient care
Official websitekamaishi-hp.com
Cards acceptedVISA,MASTER,AMEX,JCB
Fees for international patients¥10 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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Source: MHLW / Japan Tourism Agency, List of medical institutions accepting foreign patients (updated March 31, 2026)

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Can I be seen in a language other than Japanese at Iwate Prefectural Kamaishi Hospital?

Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Medical interpreters are available on site. Remote (phone or video) interpretation is also used. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.

Is Iwate Prefectural Kamaishi 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 Iwate Prefectural Kamaishi Hospital or find it?

Phone: 0193-25-2011. Address: 10the floor 483-6, Kasshicho, Kamaishi shi,Iwate prefecture, 026-0055. Official website: http://kamaishi-hp.com/.

Which specialties does Iwate Prefectural Kamaishi Hospital list for international patients?

Cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, cosmetic medicine, ophthalmology, fertility & women's health, and pediatrics. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.