If you take a qualitative indicator, then medicine in Japan is among the top ten world rankings. How to get to treatment in Japan? What diseases are successful in the country?

Japan, as the modern direction of medical tourism. Practical advice on organizing a trip for treatment in Japan in 2022

It is no secret that high-quality domestic medicine is available exclusively on a commercial basis, and the prices for medical services are constantly growing. Therefore, many of our compatriots prefer to be treated abroad. If you take the percentage ratio of the number of tourists from Russia, which go beyond the country in search of the best medical services, then to Asian countries (Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand) leaves 28% of everyone.

If you take a qualitative indicator, then medicine in Japan is among the top ten world ranking, yielding only German, Israeli and American health care and treatment.

A distinctive feature of Japanese medicine is the mass introduction of high-tech, research development to the work of doctors, as well as a focus on the prevention and previous diagnosis of diseases.

In our article we will tell you in detail how to organize a trip "For Health" to Japan. Read further.

Level of Japanese medicine

Another 70-75 years ago, Japan was a poor country with feudal lifestyle. Health care in Japan, as systems, simply did not exist and annually millions of people died from simple infectious diseases. Starting from the 60s of the last century and to the present, a colossal organizational and educational work in the field of health care has been done in the country. The modern level of medical facilities in Japan is not just high, it is effective and competitive. This is due to the following factors:

• 1% of GDP is annually allocated to support the health system;
• The system management is carried out on three levels: state, prefectural, local (urban and rural). At the same time, prefectures and major cities are obliged to create health centers from the settlement of one center per 100,000 population;
• At the state level, serious control over the preparation of medical personnel is carried out. And the fees for tuition in higher medical institutions are high (2.5 times higher than in technical universities, and 3.5 times higher than in humanitarian universities);
• Every Japanese visits the doctor on average 15 times a year;
• Japanese doctors who work in public and private clinics are civil servants. Their wages are governed by the state, so service tariffs are the same. In this regard, before ordinary citizens, there is no question of the predominant choice between state and private clinics;
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• Medicine in Japan: 5 most famous medical centers of Japan
• If you take a qualitative indicator, then medicine in Japan is among the top ten world rankings. How to get to treatment in Japan? What diseases are successful in the country?
• Japan, as the modern direction of medical tourism. Practical advice on organizing a trip for treatment in Japan in 2022
• It is no secret that high-quality domestic medicine is available exclusively on a commercial basis, and the prices for medical services are constantly growing. Therefore, many of our compatriots prefer to be treated abroad. If you take the percentage ratio of the number of tourists from Russia, which go beyond the country in search of the best medical services, then to Asian countries (Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand) leaves 28% of everyone.
• If you take a qualitative indicator, then medicine in Japan is among the top ten world ranking, yielding only German, Israeli and American health care and treatment.
• A distinctive feature of Japanese medicine is the mass introduction of high-tech, research development to the work of doctors, as well as a focus on the prevention and previous diagnosis of diseases.

In our article we will tell you in detail how to organize a trip "For Health" to Japan. Read further.

Level of Japanese medicineAnother 70-75 years ago, Japan was a poor country with feudal lifestyle. Health care in Japan, as systems, simply did not exist and annually millions of people died from simple infectious diseases. Starting from the 60s of the last century and to the present, a colossal organizational and educational work in the field of health care has been done in the country.

The modern level of medical facilities in Japan is not just high, it is effective and competitive

• . This is due to the following factors:
• 1% of GDP is annually allocated to support the health system;
• The system management is carried out on three levels: state, prefectural, local (urban and rural). At the same time, prefectures and major cities are obliged to create health centers from the settlement of one center per 100,000 population;
• At the state level, serious control over the preparation of medical personnel is carried out. And the fees for tuition in higher medical institutions are high (2.5 times higher than in technical universities, and 3.5 times higher than in humanitarian universities);
• Every Japanese visits the doctor on average 15 times a year;
• Japanese doctors who work in public and private clinics are civil servants. Their wages are governed by the state, so service tariffs are the same. In this regard, before ordinary citizens, there is no question of the predominant choice between state and private clinics;

the average salary of a Japanese doctor is 150,000 US dollars / year, which is approximately 9 million 450 thousand rubles (at the rate of 1:63 as of December 2022). Accordingly, the monthly income of a Japanese specialist in the field of medicine will be $12,500 (or 787,500 rubles);

Japanese scientists are constantly working on the invention of new drugs and treatments. Applied and fundamental scientific research is carried out in 137 institutes. This means that all the latest discoveries and developments are first introduced in the Japanese medical sector, and only after that – in foreign clinics;the technical equipment of Japanese clinics is one of the best in the world, and a regular doctor's appointment includes general analyzes of biological materials (blood, urine);

the procedure for interaction between doctors and patients is maximally computerized and automated;

the main focus of Japanese medicine is prevention and methods of early diagnosis of diseases;the Japanese state is ready to take measures in the field of migration policy in order to attract patients from abroad, in particular from Russia, Australia and China;

Japanese medicine is characterized by moderate prices compared to European and American clinics. Compared to "Asian" prices, Japanese service is a little expensive, but justified by the highest quality and service.

1. Modern approaches to healthcare: traditional and alternative medicine
2. Japanese medicine skillfully combines incompatible things: advanced scientific and technological developments and national centuries-old traditions
3. . Both of them enjoy prestige and popularity among the indigenous population. Surprisingly, Japan ranks first in the world ranking for taking antibiotics and at the same time, official medicine uses the methods of national non-drug therapy and prevention. For example, elderly Japanese, in their advantage, do not use drugs to improve vision, preferring homeopathy and physiotherapy (hitting a wooden tube at a special point between the 2nd and 3rd toe).
4. Japanese doctors successfully apply such techniques that are considered alternative in other countries of the world, namely:
5. Shiatsu-practice, which includes diagnostics and trees with fingers and palms. The basis of the foundations of this technique is to stimulate congenital immunity and therapeutic properties of the body to self-healing. It is noteworthy that the license to use this practice is issued by the Ministry of Health and Welfare of Japan;

Reiki-practice, which is recognized in world medicine as pseudocial activities. However, Japanese doctors use this bioenergy practice in combination with complex therapy. Many Japanese believe that healing through the touches of the hands and the fulfillment of the main five commandments of the rails (not angry, do not worry, thanks, earn honestly and respect the elders) is the basis of a healthy spirit and a healthy body;

Acupuncture or acupuncture. Actively used with the filing of Japanese and Chinese doctors throughout the world. If you rely on the ancient philosophy of Taoism, then the diseases arise due to the violation of the energy balance. When exposed to acupuncture points with special needles, harmonization and restoration of the proper movement of energy occurs;

• Aromatherapy. The fundamental factors of the method of treatment by smells are their pharmacological, physiological and psychological influence on the human body. Japanese doctors actively use inhalations (direct and indirect), massage, as well as the internal use of aromaacel;
• naturopathy. Of particular importance in the course of treatment is paid to patient nutrition control, its psychological condition and social medium. At the same time, the practices of fasting, raw food, treatment of beekeeping, leeches and other non-traditional methods can be used;
• Homeopathy or treatment with irritable drugs, biologically active additives.
• How to get to Japan for treatment?
• In 2011, Japanese visa legislation introduced a new type of visa document – a medical visa

. Для её получения необходимо заручиться гарантиями принимающего медицинского учреждения, но при этом не требуется обязательное наличие каких-либо жизненных показаний. Приехать в Японию можно для комплексного или конкретизированного обследования, для реабилитации, для операционного вмешательства, для лечения на горячих источниках и по другим причинам. Для наших читателей мы можем порекомендовать лучшие японские клиники. ТОП-5 медицинских заведений составлялся по критериям «многопрофиьность-высокотехнологичность-сервис».

• Выбор клиники: ТОП самых известных медицинских центров Японии
• Бесплатные медицинские услуги в стране Восходящего Солнца доступны только обладателям гражданского паспорта Японии.
• Гости страны обслуживаются только на коммерческой основе. Но так как цены на медицинские услуги фиксируются и контролируются японскими законами, стоимость услуг в государственном и частном секторе медицины будет примерно одинаковой. При выборе специализированных и многопрофильных клиник стоит опираться на специфику заболевания (онкология, кардиология, гастроэнтерология), наличие научно-технической базы и сервисное обслуживание.
• ТОП-5 японских клиник, рекомендованных для медицинского туризма из России и стран СНГ:
• Университетская клиника Токио. Крупнейшее медицинское учреждение Японии с ежедневной ёмкостью около 3 тысяч амбулаторных и около 1 тысячи стационарных пациентов. Клиника сертифицирована из 86 больниц как передовое медицинское учреждение расширенного профиля, а также как основная больница для онкологической геномной медицины (из 11 клиник Японии). Как университетская больница, токийская клиника имеет три миссии: медицинское обслуживание, образование и исследования. Интернет-адрес госпиталя: h.u-tokyo.ac.jp. Сайт нерусифицирован.

Международная Клиника Святого Луки – это многопрофильный медицинский центр с вековой историей, расположенный в Токио. Клиника рассчитана на 540 пациентов, которые могут расположиться в стационаре, а ежедневное количество амбулаторных пациентов превышает 2500 человек.In 2012, the clinic was accredited by the International Hospital Evaluation Body JCI, which indicates a constantly increasing level of service provided. Another distinguishing feature is that a scientific and technical college operates on the basis of the clinic. He trains specialists for his clinic and other medical institutions. Hospital Internet address: hospital.luke.ac.jp. The site is Russified.

Chiba University Faculty of Medicine Hospital. The clinic is located 30 minutes by car from Narita International Airport, in Chiba Prefecture, which borders Tokyo (20 minutes drive). The administration of the clinic positions its medical institution as a hospital, the development of which is aimed at safe and reliable medical care based on the wishes of clients. The hospital also trains Japanese and foreign medical personnel. The hospital is multidisciplinary, has all the necessary range of modern equipment, as well as a heliport and a garden on the roof of the building. Hospital Internet address: maj.emergency.co.jp. The site is Russified. Tokyo Juntendo Hospital is a university hospital affiliated with Juntendo University of Tokyo. This medical complex is included in the top twenty of the Asian rating of clinics according to Newsweek magazine. The clinic was founded in 1838 and was the first Japanese medical center to use Western medical technology and techniques. Today, the hospital has a prestigious JCI accreditation, a rich technological base and a staff that provides patients with better, safer and more advanced medical care. The hospital's Internet address is juntendo.ac.jp. The site is Russified.Kyushu University Hospital is the largest university hospital in Japan and the world's largest center for specializing in genomic cancer medicine and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. The capacity of the hospital is more than 1400 beds, the number of employees is more than 3000 people. Research laboratories and numerous educational programs operate on the basis of the complex.Advanced treatment technologies are used. Hospital Internet address: hosp.kyushu-u.ac.jp. The site is Russified.

Obtaining a visa

List of necessary applicant documents:

The visa form of the established sample, which is filled in English;

• Photos of the installed sample (4.5 * 4.5 cm) in the amount of two pieces;
• Acting passport for leaving abroad. Mandatory conditions: at least two empty pages for visas and validity of 90 days after the trip;
• a copy of the general document (pages with photos and registration at the place of residence);
• Bank document on financial support.

The host medical institution is required to submit:

certificate of institution;	Warranty letter of readiness to adopt the patient;	the treatment regimen and other medical procedures (it is necessary to obtain a multiple visa);	Certificate about the status of stay in the country, if the visit will be assumed longer than 90 days;
Other papers on request authorized person.	Treatment and rehabilitation	131 256	75 065
Foreign citizens may come to Japan for treatment, including dental and restorative rehabilitation procedures.	In Japan, not only the classical methods of treatment and various methods of Eastern medicine are popular, as well as treatment on hot springs (ONSEN).	218 760	125 109
Initially, the sources were places of pilgrimage of a religious nature, where the Japanese healed their souls and bodies. Later, many patients began to remain on sources for a longer time (week, two weeks, month). Thus, the first innovations on hot springs appeared, which over time transformed into modern and comfortable tourist centers.	It is believed that thermal sources have a positive effect on the treatment of neuralgia, Malgia, rheumatism, dermatosis, as well as at elevated pressure and atherosclerosis. In addition, a significant improvement in health occurs due to psychological relaxation.	656 280	375 326
What time does treatment cost in Japan?	The peculiarities of the pricing policy of medical services in Japan are:	4 265 820	2 439 621
Control from the state;	Fixed wages for all Japanese doctors, regardless of work in the public or private sector of medicine;	4 484 580	2 564 730
relative high cost of rates compared to other Asian countries in a similar area;	The relative cheap price of rates compared to German and American clinics in a similar sphere.	875 040	500 435
Thus, we can talk about the following averaged rates for medical services in Japan:	Name	218 760	125 109
Price, $	Price, Yena	1 750 080	1 000 800

price, rub.Survey of the body, comprehensive

from 1200.

Survey of the body, oncological from 2000.Restoration of the reproductive features of the body from 6000.Transplantation "Artificial Heart"

from 39000.

Reconstruction of the heart valvefrom 41000.

Retina transplantationfrom 8000.

Survey of coronary vessels

from 2000.

Schunching Aorto-Coronary

from 16000.

Currency exchange rate for December 2022 is 1: 109 ($: JPY) and 1: 62.55 ($: ruble)

. We draw your attention to the fact that prices are approximate. For accurate information about the cost of medical services, contact the clinics sites directly.

• What diseases should I visit Japan?
• The most illustrative result of the Japanese health system is the average life expectancy of the indigenous population of the rising sun. She passed out
• 87 years old
• . This is facilitated by huge educational activities carried out with a population aimed at increasing responsibility for their health. As a result, the usual Japanese began to attend medical institutions 15 times a year. Most medical visits are aimed at diagnosing and preventing diseases. So

It is advisable to go to Japan, first of all, on the complex diagnosis of the body.

In case of detection of complex cardiological or oncological diseases, you can also seek help from Japanese specialists.Кроме того, медицина Японии славится щадящей стоматологией, которая направлена на минимальное воздействие на зубы и их сохранение. Эстетическая медицина Японии, безусловно, находится на высочайшем уровне, особенно в области изменения разреза глаз и усечения азиатского века.

Комплексная диагностика организма Для первого визита в качестве медицинского туриста вполне может подойти мини-тур по комплексной диагностике организма. Он подойдёт для тех людей, которые в данный момент не озадачены лечением какого-либо серьезного заболевания. Но эти люди хотели бы проверить свой организм в комплексе. За 1-2 дня в японском медицинском учреждении можно обследовать весь организм в целом, начиная от слуха, зрения и общего анализа биоматериалов до ультразвукового исследования внутренних органов, сдачи легочных тестов, анализа состава костей и сосудистой диагностики. Кроме того, в комплекс услуг входит персональная консультация, а по результатам выдаются рекомендации врача.

Стоимость комплексной диагностики составляет примерно 1200 американских долларов (примерно 70 тысяч рублей) . Этот вариант медицинского туризма можно назвать экономным: стоит недорого, занимает мало времени, не требуется дополнительных расходов на длительное проживание или госпитализацию. При этом иностранец может совместить медицинское обследование с туристическими прогулками.Cosmetic operations

Молодое поколение японцев всё больше и больше хотят быть похожими на европейцев. Оказывается, лучшим подарком на окончание школы в Японии и Китае является подарочный сертификат от родителей детям. Пластическая косметология и пластическая хирургия Японии не может не соответствовать запросам населения. Её развитие идёт семимильными шагами. Японские врачи-косметологи мастерски научились приёмам по урезанию нависшего века и изменению разреза глаз. Кроме этого, в этой области применяются самые передовые технологии и постоперационные методики восстановления и реабилитации.Japanese cosmetologists can easily cope with intimate plastic surgery, changing the shape of the nose, body contours, and also work with implants. Foreign tourists are attracted by the quality of the work of Japanese plastic surgeons and the relative cheapness of procedures.

Oncological diseases Japan is home to the world's largest center for specializing in genomic cancer medicine and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, as well as three dozen clinics and hospitals that have excelled in the treatment of cancer. It uses standard treatment methods and new technologies, including proton therapy and boron neutron capture therapy. In addition, Japanese research institutes, supported by the state, are constantly developing innovative drugs and cancer treatment methods. Japan is also famous for its modern technologies for diagnosing oncological diseases and their prevention.Dentistry and prosthetics

Japanese dentistry is a separate area of ​​medical tourism. The national feature of Japanese dentistry can be called:

focus on gentle treatment methods in which there is minimal interference with the teeth; focus on the preservation of the patient's native teeth, where extraction is a last resort;focus on comfort and safety during treatment. Japan is the only country in the world in which a specific direction in dentistry has been created. It deals with the study of the patient's condition during dental treatment; focus on advanced technologies in the treatment process.At the same time, from the reviews of our compatriots, one can understand that in Japan there are both fashionable dentistry clinics and ordinary small private offices that are not distinguished by presentability.