Mountain town in Wakayama, Japan
Healthcare in Koyasan: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Koyasan
A small local clinic handles basic care. Serious cases go by ambulance down the mountain to Hashimoto or Wakayama, so carry any medicines you need.
Hospitals for foreigners in Koyasan
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Hashimoto Municipal Hospital | Nearest larger hospital in Hashimoto, about 1 hr down the mountain |
Key facts
- In Japan: Excellent hospitals and clinics, but visitors without Japanese insurance pay full price and may be asked for deposits. English-speaking doctors are easiest to find in Tokyo and Osaka.
- Pharmacies: Drugstores everywhere, but many medicines need a pharmacist on duty; bring prescriptions and check import rules for medicines.
- Health spending: US$3,638 per person a year (2023); 2.6 doctors per 1,000 people (2022), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 110 · Ambulance 119 · Fire 119 · Tourist police 050-3816-2787.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Japan, but treatment for visitors is paid upfront.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Koyasan for foreigners?
Hashimoto Municipal Hospital: Nearest larger hospital in Hashimoto, about 1 hr down the mountain
Do I need travel insurance for Japan?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Japan expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Japan
- Koyasan Shukubo Association
- Koyasan Tourist Association
- Nankai Electric Railway
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