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Sasebo City General Hospital

佐世保市総合医療センター

Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
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佐世保市総合医療センター

〒857-8511 長崎県佐世保市平瀬町9番地3

0956-24-1515

  • 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.

Sasebo City General Hospital is a hospital in Nagasaki 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: Arabic, English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Departments include oncology, cardiology, and neurology. It has remote interpreting services.

At a glance
Languages spoken
Arabic · 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
¥15 per insurance point
Specialties

Departments and languages: (診療科) Internal medicine, Respiratory medicine, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Neurology, Hematology, Nephrology, 糖尿病, Endocrinology, リウマチ, 膠原病 Internal medicine, 緩和ケア科, Surgery, Thoracic surgery, Gastrointestinal surgery, Breast surgery, Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, Urology, Neurosurgery, Cardiovascular surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & gynecology, Plastic surgery, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, 耳鼻いんこう科, Anesthesiology, Radiology, Dentistry, 救急集中治療科 (対応可能言語)EN,ZH,KO,RU,ID,MS,ES,PT,MN,FR,DE,UR,TA,TR,PS,MY,YUE,FA,TL,NE,VI,TH,SI,HI,IT,KM,LO,AR,UK,BN,PRS (但し, タブレット端末による)

Support for international patients
International patient office—
Medical coordinator✓ — Weekdays 8:30–17:15 EN
Medical interpreter on site—
Remote interpreting✓ — タブレット端末を利用した音声, (ビデオ)通訳 24 hours: EN,ZH,KO,RU,ID,MS,ES,PT,MN,FR,DE,UR,TA,TR,PS,MY,YUE,FA,TL,NE,VI,TH,SI,HI,IT,KM,LO,AR,UK,BN,PRS
Other languagestranslation device (Pocketalk)を導入している。【74言語対応】
Other languagesBN, DE, HI, ID, IT, KM, MN, MY, NE, TL, TR, UK
Basic information
Address9-3 Hirase-cho, Sasebo, Nagasaki
長崎県佐世保市平瀬町9番地3
Medical area4202 佐世保県北
Tel0956-24-1515
HoursMon–Fri:8:00–11:00 (24-hour emergency outpatient care)/ Sat, Sun & holidays: 24-hour emergency outpatient care
Official websitehospital.sasebo.nagasaki.jp
Cards acceptedVISA, MASTER, AMEX, JCB, Diners Club, Discover · J-Debit
Fees for international patients¥15 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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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 Sasebo City General Hospital?

Yes. The official list records support in Arabic, English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, 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 Sasebo City General 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 1.5× the standard fee schedule for uninsured international patients.

How do I contact Sasebo City General Hospital or find it?

Phone: 0956-24-1515. Address: 9-3 Hirase-cho, Sasebo, Nagasaki. Official website: http://www.hospital.sasebo.nagasaki.jp.

Which specialties does Sasebo City General Hospital list for international patients?

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