Last updated: November 2026
English-speaking travelers and residents can find clinics in Osaka offering English support, as well as official services that can help locate medical care. Start with the emergency number below if you need an ambulance or fire service. For other situations, the help lines and clinic listings can help you decide where to ask for assistance.
In an emergency: Call 119 for an ambulance or the fire service.
This guide is not medical advice. Information was checked in November 2026. Call ahead to confirm English support, opening hours and appointment arrangements.
Official help lines and medical information
Japan Visitor Hotline
The Japan Visitor Hotline is available at 050-3816-2787, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It supports English, Chinese and Korean and can assist with illness, accidents and disasters.
JNTO also publishes a guide for when you are feeling ill. Keep the hotline number and guide handy when looking for help during a trip.
Osaka emergency advice and foreign resident information
Osaka Emergency Medical Advice is available at #7119 or 06-6582-7119, 24 hours a day. Official information about this service is in Japanese; foreign-language support is not stated. For an ambulance or fire service, call 119.
The Osaka Information Service for Foreign Residents (OIS) answers questions about daily life, including health and medical care, in 12 languages including English. Call 06-6941-2297. It is open Monday to Friday, 9:30–17:30, until 20:00 on the fourth Friday, and 9:30–17:30 on the third Sunday, excluding national holidays and the New Year period. See the official OFIX page for details.
Find a hospital or medical institution
Osaka Medical Net for Foreigners is an Osaka Prefecture resource for finding hospitals by language. It lists prefecture base hospitals for foreign patients, including Osaka Metropolitan University Hospital, Japanese Red Cross Osaka Hospital, Osaka University Hospital and Rinku General Medical Center.
The Japan Tourism Agency also maintains a national list of medical institutions accepting foreign patients, updated September 30, 2026. Check the relevant institution's official information and call ahead to confirm the language support and appointment arrangements you need.
English-speaking clinics and hospitals in Osaka
The listings below cover general care and several specialties. English support can differ by location or service, so confirm it before visiting. Check each clinic's website or call for current hours and appointments.
Teradacho Nakamura Clinic — Tennoji
Teradacho Nakamura Clinic offers English support and is near Teradacho Station. Its address is NKM-1 Bldg 101, 4-10-15 Daido, Tennoji-ku. Opening hours are not published in English, so call 06-6771-0266 to ask about hours and appointments before visiting.
The clinic offers home visits within Tennoji-ku; confirm availability first. Older information may refer to it as “Nakamura Clinic Osaka.”
Oak Clinic group — Sumiyoshi and Umeda
The Oak Clinic group provides fertility and gynecology services at Oak Sumiyoshi, in Nishinari-ku near Tamade Station, and Oak Umeda. English and Chinese support is listed for Sumiyoshi. Confirm language support and appointment details for the location you plan to visit.
For help in English, contact the English Help Desk at 070-1820-0909 or english_help@oakclinic-group.com (Monday to Saturday, 9:00–17:00). See the Oak Clinic group English page for current information.
Kono Dental Clinic — Yodoyabashi
Kono Dental Clinic offers English support. It is on the 4th floor of Kono Yakuhin Bldg, 4-4-2 Doshomachi, Chuo-ku, two minutes from Yodoyabashi Station exit 13. It is closed Saturdays, Sundays and holidays; call 06-6222-2034 to check weekday hours and book.
Fujimoto Eye Clinic — Tenroku, Tennoji and Osaka
Fujimoto Eye Clinic has three locations: the main clinic in Tenjinbashi, Kita-ku, at Tenroku; a Tennoji MIO branch; and a LUCUA Osaka branch. English or translation device support is available; confirm what is available at your chosen branch.
- Main clinic, Tenroku: 06-6351-1880
- Tennoji MIO: 06-6775-8011
- LUCUA Osaka: 06-4799-7033
Check the official website or call for hours and appointments.
Osaka Lee Clinic — Kita-ku
Osaka Lee Clinic, also called Lee's Clinic, offers internal medicine and support in English, Chinese and Korean. It is at 1-13-15 Honjo-nishi, Kita-ku. Call 06-6292-0155 or see the English website.
Listed hours are Monday through Saturday, 9:00–12:00, with additional hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 15:30–18:30. Call ahead to confirm current hours and appointments.
Ueda Dental Clinic — Neyagawa
Ueda Dental Clinic provides general and pediatric dentistry with English support. It is on the second floor at 1-3-30 Takamiya, Neyagawa. Call 072-820-8222 or check the official website for hours and appointments. The clinic is closed Thursdays, Sundays and holidays.
Ribbon Rose Tanaka Kanji Breast Clinic — Yodoyabashi
Ribbon Rose Tanaka Kanji Breast Clinic is on 6F of the Ogata Building, 3-2-17 Imabashi, Chuo-ku, about three minutes on foot from Yodoyabashi Station. An English-speaking doctor is available, and the clinic offers breast screening with mammography and ultrasound. Payment is cash only.
Read the clinic's policy for foreign patients on its English page before contacting it. It sees patients who speak English or Japanese only, and it does not see patients unless they will stay in Japan for more than a month after the first visit, so it suits residents more than short-term visitors. If you have had previous breast treatment, it asks for a referral letter and records from your doctor. Call 06-6777-3663 for hours and appointments.
Rinku General Medical Center — Izumisano
Rinku General Medical Center is linked to Rinku Town Station in Izumisano and is a designated base hospital for foreign patients. Free English medical interpreting is available Monday through Friday, 10:00–15:00. Ask at the second-floor information desk; phone interpreting may be used.
Call 072-469-3111 or see the hospital's international patient information before your visit.
Before you visit
Call the clinic or hospital to confirm that English support is available for your visit, whether you need an appointment and when it is open. Many clinics need appointments. Ask about payment methods, as some clinics may require cash.
Bring your passport and travel insurance details. When planning your journey, the Osaka Metro guide may help you navigate the city. If you are choosing where to stay, the Osaka areas guide compares neighborhoods.
FAQ
What number should I call for an ambulance in Osaka?
Call 119 for an ambulance or the fire service.
Is there a 24-hour English-language help line for visitors?
Yes. The Japan Visitor Hotline, 050-3816-2787, is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It supports English and can assist with illness, accidents and disasters.
How can I find a hospital that supports my language?
Use Osaka Medical Net for Foreigners to search hospitals by language. Call the hospital to confirm the support available for your visit.
Do I need an appointment at an Osaka clinic?
Many clinics need appointments. Call ahead to ask about booking, English support and current hours.
What should I bring and how can I pay?
Bring your passport and travel insurance details. Ask the clinic about payment methods in advance; some clinics may require cash.
