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- Languages
- EnglishSpanishFrenchKorean+4
- Support
- 24-hour ERInternational officeInterpreter
- Departments
- Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics +5
Prefectural hub for international patients
Japanese Red Cross Kyoto Daiichi Hospital
京都第一赤十字病院
Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
Japanese Red Cross Kyoto Daiichi Hospital is a hospital in Kyoto 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 neurology, orthopedics, and dentistry. It has an international patient office and remote interpreting services.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · 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
Departments and languages: Emergency medicine: EN, ZH, KO, Internal medicine: EN, ZH, KO, Surgery: EN, ZH, KO, Pediatrics: EN, ZH, KO, Psychiatry: EN, ZH, KO, Dermatology: EN, ZH, KO, Neurosurgery: EN, ZH, KO, Urology: EN, ZH, KO, Orthopedics: EN, ZH, KO, Ophthalmology: EN, ZH, KO, ENT: EN, ZH, KO, Obstetrics: EN, ZH, KO, Gynecology: EN, ZH, KO, Dentistry: EN, ZH, KO
| International patient office | ✓ — 19言語 (遠隔通訳使用)EN English, ZH Chinese, KO Korean, PT Portuguese, ES Spanish, VI Vietnamese, TH Thai, RU Russian, TL Tagalog, NE Nepali, ID Indonesian, HI Hindi, FR French, DE German, IT Italian, MS Malay, MYミャンマー(ビルマ)語, KM Khmer, MN Mongolian |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | ✓ — ZH Chinese (その他言語は遠隔通訳) Weekdays 8:30–17:00 |
| Medical interpreter on site | — |
| Remote interpreting | ✓ — 19言語 (遠隔通訳使用)EN English, ZH Chinese, KO Korean, PT Portuguese, ES Spanish, VI Vietnamese, TH Thai, RU Russian, TL Tagalog, NE Nepali, ID Indonesian, HI Hindi, FR French, DE German, IT Italian, MS Malay, MYミャンマー(ビルマ)語, KM Khmer, MN Mongolian |
| Other languages | DE, HI, ID, IT, KM, MN, NE, TL |
| Address | 15-749 Hommachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0981 京都府京都市東山区本町15丁目749番地 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 2604 京都・乙訓 |
| Tel | 075-561-1121 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri:8:30–11:30 |
| Official website | kyoto1.jrc.or.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, AMEX, DinersClub, JCB, AEON, DC, UFJ, MUFG, NICOS · UnionPay(銀聯) |
| Fees for international patients | ¥30 per insurance point (the standard rate is ¥10). Patients without Japanese insurance are charged at this rate. |
| Foreign patients per year | ○ |
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 Kyoto Daiichi Hospital?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. 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 Japanese Red Cross Kyoto Daiichi 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 Japanese Red Cross Kyoto Daiichi Hospital or find it?
Phone: 075-561-1121. Address: 15-749 Hommachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0981. Official website: https://www.kyoto1.jrc.or.jp/.
Which specialties does Japanese Red Cross Kyoto Daiichi Hospital list for international patients?
Neurology, orthopedics, dentistry, ophthalmology, fertility & women's health, and pediatrics. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.