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Kitamurayama Hospital

北村山公立病院

Prefectural hub for international patients
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北村山公立病院

〒999-3792 山形県東根市温泉町二丁目15-1

0237-42-2111

  • 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.

Kitamurayama Hospital is a hospital in Yamagata 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 and orthopedics. It has 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
NeurologyOrthopedics

Departments and languages: Internal medicine: EN, Breast surgery: EN, FR, Orthopedics: EN, Neurosurgery: EN (Weekdays 診療時間帯のみ対応可)

Support for international patients
International patient office—
Medical coordinator—
Medical interpreter on site—
Remote interpreting✓ — 電話医療通訳サービス使用: EN,ZH,KO,VI,NE,TL,ES,PT,ID,IT,FR,DE,RU,TH,MS / 24 hours
Other languages電話医療通訳サービス使用: ミャンマー,クメール / 24 hours
Other languagesDE, ID, IT, NE, TL
Basic information
Address2-15-1,Onsenmachi,Higashine City,Yamagata,999-3792
山形県東根市温泉町二丁目15-1
Medical area601 村山
Tel0237-42-2111
HoursMon–Fri:7:30–11:30, (受付時間は診療科により異なる), 24-hour emergency outpatient care
Official websitehosp-kitamurayama.jp
Cards acceptedVISA, MASTER, AMEX, JCB, UC
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 Kitamurayama 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. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.

Is Kitamurayama Hospital open 24 hours or for emergencies?

It provides secondary emergency care (cases needing admission or surgery). Regular hours: 月-金:7:30-11:30、（受付時間は診療科により異なる）、救急外来24時間対応. 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 Kitamurayama Hospital or find it?

Phone: 0237-42-2111. Address: 2-15-1,Onsenmachi,Higashine City,Yamagata,999-3792. Official website: https://www.hosp-kitamurayama.jp/.

Which specialties does Kitamurayama Hospital list for international patients?

Neurology and orthopedics. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.