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Social Medical Corporation Seikoukai Omi Medical Center

社会医療法人誠光会 淡海医療センター

JMIP certifiedPrefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
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社会医療法人誠光会 淡海医療センター

〒525-8585 滋賀県草津市矢橋町1660

+81-77-563-8866

  • 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.

Social Medical Corporation Seikoukai Omi Medical Center is a hospital in Shiga 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 (JMIP-certified). Languages available: English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, and Chinese. Departments include oncology, cardiology, and neurology. It has an international patient office, medical interpreters, and remote interpreting services.

At a glance
Languages spoken
English · Spanish · French · Korean · Portuguese · Chinese
Type
Hospital
Emergency care
Secondary emergency care (cases needing admission or surgery)
Specialties

Departments and languages: Internal medicine, Respiratory medicine, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Hematology, 糖尿病, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology, Psychosomatic medicine, 膠原病 Internal medicine, Palliative care, Surgery, Thoracic surgery, Cardiovascular surgery, Gastrointestinal surgery, Breast surgery, Pediatric surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Plastic surgery, 頭頚部 Surgery, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Urology, Obstetrics & gynecology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Rehabilitation, Radiation oncology, Radiology, Emergency medicine, Dentistry, Oral surgery (dental), Anesthesiology ※通訳シーン, 重要度, 難易度において通訳対応を使い分けます。 院内医療通訳者→遠隔医療通訳→翻訳支援デバイス (Pocketalk), translation app VoiceTra (難易度 高→低) ※ English, Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish +遠隔医療通訳 languages

Support for international patients
International patient office✓ — 患者総合支援センター国際医療支援係 English, Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish 月曜-金曜 8:30–17:30
Medical coordinator✓ — 患者総合支援センター国際医療支援係 English, French (コーディネートレベル) 月曜-金曜 8:30–17:30
Medical interpreter on site✓ — 患者総合支援センター国際医療支援係 Portuguese / Chinese / English 月曜-金曜 8:30–17:30 Spanish 火曜, 金曜 8:30–17:30
Remote interpreting✓ — ※通訳者の待機状況, 時間帯によっては使用できない場合が Available ます。 video interpreting 月曜-金曜 English, Chinese, Korean, スペイン語, ポルトガル語 (24H) ベトナム語, ネパール語 (8:30–17:30) telephone interpreting 月曜-金曜 8:30–17:30 English, Chinese, Korean, スペイン語, ポルトガル語, ベトナム語, タイ語, タガログ語, ネパール語, インドネシア語, マレー語 ミャンマー語, ロシア語, フランス語, ドイツ語, イタリア語, クメール語, モンゴル語, シンハラ語, ヒンディー語
Other languages, 翻訳支援デバイス (Pocketalk)にある55言語 (24H), translation app VoiceTraを職員貸与スマートフォンに搭載 (24H/31言語), outpatient 診療/入院時の説明資料 多言語版整備, 検査説明書, 同意書 多言語版整備, その他, 特徴ある診療科における多言語資料の整備
Basic information
Address1660, Yabase,Kusatsu,Shiga, 525-8585,JAPAN
滋賀県草津市矢橋町1660
Medical area2502 湖南
Tel+81-77-563-8866
Hours受付時間: 月曜-金曜 8:00–11:30 ※診療科の一部は13:00–16:00の受付 Available 救急 outpatient: 24 hours every day
Cards acceptedVISA, MASTER, AMEX, JCB, DC, MUFG, UFJ-Card, Nicos, SaisonCard,UC, UnionPay · J-Debit (時間内のみ)

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 Social Medical Corporation Seikoukai Omi Medical Center?

Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, 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 Social Medical Corporation Seikoukai Omi Medical Center 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 Social Medical Corporation Seikoukai Omi Medical Center or find it?

Phone: +81-77-563-8866. Address: 1660, Yabase,Kusatsu,Shiga, 525-8585,JAPAN.

Which specialties does Social Medical Corporation Seikoukai Omi Medical Center 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.