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Healthcare
Japan
AI-assistedUpdated 1d ago
Universal insurance-based system; residents enrol and care quality is high.
Key facts
- System
- Insurance-based
- Public access for residents
- Yes
- English-speaking doctors
- Some
- Quality index
- 84/100
- Private GP visit
- $150
Trust & sources
This page is based on information collected from the sources below.
Authorities consulted
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
Government authority
Japan Health Insurance Association (Kyokai Kenpo)
International institution
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan
Government authority
Japan National Tourism Organization
Government authority
World Health Organization – Japan
International institution
View original references
- World Health Organization – Japanlink
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