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Japan offers high-quality medical education with globally recognized degrees, modern infrastructure, and a rich cultural experience for Indian students seeking an affordable yet prestigious MBBS abroad option.

Japan offers high-quality medical education with globally recognized degrees, modern infrastructure, and a rich cultural experience for Indian students seeking an affordable yet prestigious MBBS abroad option.

Pursuing an MBBS in Japan has become an increasingly attractive option for Indian students looking for world-class medical education without compromising on quality or affordability. The country boasts advanced healthcare facilities, cutting-edge research opportunities, and a rigorous academic curriculum that aligns with international standards. Japanese universities emphasize both theoretical knowledge and practical clinical exposure, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for global medical practice.

Indian students benefit from Japan's safe environment, low tuition costs compared to Western countries, and the opportunity to learn English-taught programs in select institutions. The healthcare system's efficiency and innovation provide a unique learning landscape, while Japan's cultural richness offers a holistic educational experience. With proper preparation and adherence to visa regulations, students can navigate this pathway successfully and build a strong foundation for their medical careers.

Key highlights

  • Globally recognized MBBS degrees with JSMLE exam eligibility for Japanese medical licensure
  • Low tuition fees ranging from 2-5 lakhs INR per year at public universities
  • Advanced clinical training in modern hospitals with high patient diversity
  • English-taught programs available in select prestigious universities
  • Safe, clean environment with rich cultural heritage and post-study work opportunities

Frequently asked questions

Is MBBS in Japan taught in English?

Yes, several top Japanese universities offer MBBS programs in English, though learning basic Japanese is recommended for clinical interactions.

Can Indian students practice in Japan after completing MBBS?

Yes, graduates must pass the Japanese National Medical Licensing Examination (JNMLE) and meet language proficiency requirements to practice in Japan.

What are the admission requirements for Indian students?

Candidates typically need NEET qualification, 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, along with proof of financial stability and valid passport.

How much does it cost to study MBBS in Japan?

Tuition fees at public universities range from 2-5 lakhs INR annually, with living costs around 10-15 lakhs INR per year depending on lifestyle and location.

About Japan

Flag of Japan

Japan is an island country in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean off the northeast coast of the Asian mainland, it is bordered to the west by the Sea of Japan, the Sea of Okhotsk in the north, and the East China Sea in the south. The Japanese archipelago consists of four major islands alongside over 14,000 smaller islands. Japan is divided into 47 administrative prefectures and eight traditional regions, and aro…

Capital
Tokyo
Population
123.30M
Region
Asia

Currency: Japanese yen (¥)

Dialing code: +81

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  • Tourism in Japan

    Tourism in Japan is a major industry and contributor to the Japanese economy. In 2025, the number of international tourists visiting Japan was 42.7 million

  • Japan National Tourism Organization

    The Japan National Tourism Organization, formerly known and still officially known in Japanese as the International Tourism Promotion Organization (国際観光振興機構

  • Tourism EXPO Japan

    Tourism Expo Japan (ツーリズムEXPOジャパン abbreviated as "TEJ") is Japan's largest tourism trade show targeting the inbound and outbound markets. It is organized

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✈️ Before you fly to Japan

The checks that separate a safe admission from a scam. Do them yourself — not through the agent.

Before paying anyone

  • College is in the World Directory of Medical Schools (every college page here shows its WDOMS ID).
  • Offer letter confirmed by email from the university's own domain.
  • Fee structure in writing; tuition paid only to the university's bank account, receipt on university letterhead.
  • Agent/consultancy name checked on Check before you pay.
  • Originals stay with you — copies only.

Documents & money

  • Passport valid 18+ months; visa; 6–8 passport photos; attested school-leaving certificates; your entrance-exam result if your home regulator requires one (NEET, MDCAT, etc.); medical certificate; police clearance if required.
  • Confirmation that this university is accepted by your own country's medical regulator — the list differs for India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Nigeria, Malaysia and others.
  • Money on a forex card plus a little cash — never large cash handed to anyone "for the university".
  • Travel + health insurance that covers Japan; a copy of every document in your email.

Landing safely

  • Know who is meeting you and confirm it with the university or a verified student — not only the agent.
  • See the hostel before paying a deposit; ask a current student whether it's the real one.
  • Register with your country's embassy or consulate after arrival (many run a student portal); save its emergency number — stranded students in the cases we've published got out through their embassy.
  • Local SIM, bank account, and the campus map in your first week — a senior can do this with you in an afternoon.
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All verified MBBS colleges in Japan

Universities from this country listed in our WDOMS-backed directory.

# College name City
1 Aichi Medical University Nagakute
2 Akita University School of Medicine Akita
3 Asahikawa Medical University Asahikawa
4 Chiba University School of Medicine Chiba
5 Dokkyo Medical University Mibu
6 Ehime University School of Medicine Tōon
7 Fujita Health University School of Medicine Toyoake
8 Fukuoka University School of Medicine Fukuoka
9 Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine Fukushima
10 Gifu University School of Medicine Gifu
11 Gunma University Faculty of Medicine Maebashi
12 Hamamatsu University School of Medicine Hamamatsu
13 Hirosaki University School of Medicine Hirosaki
14 Hiroshima University Faculty of Medicine Hiroshima
15 Hokkaido University School of Medicine Sapporo
16 Hyogo Medical University Nishinomiya
17 Institute of Science Tokyo Faculty of Medicine Tokyo
18 International University of Health and Welfare (IUHW) School of Medicine Narita
19 Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Morioka
20 Jichi Medical University School of Medicine Shimotsuke
21 Jikei University School of Medicine Tokyo
22 Juntendo University School of Medicine Tokyo
23 Kagawa University Faculty of Medicine Miki
24 Kagoshima University Faculty of Medicine Kagoshima
25 Kanazawa Medical University School of Medicine Uchinada
26 Kanazawa University School of Medicine Kanazawa
27 Kansai Medical University School of Medicine Moriguchi
28 Kawasaki Medical School Kurashiki
29 Keio University School of Medicine Tokyo
30 Kindai University School of Medicine Osaka Sayama
31 Kitasato University School of Medicine Sagamihara
32 Kobe University School of Medicine Kobe
33 Kochi Medical School Nankoku
34 Kumamoto University School of Medicine Kumamoto
35 Kurume University School of Medicine Kurume
36 Kyorin University School of Medicine Mitaka
37 Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine Kyoto
38 Kyoto University Faculty of Medicine Kyoto
39 Kyushu University Faculty of Medicine Fukuoka
40 Mie University School of Medicine Tsu
41 Nagasaki University School of Medicine Nagasaki
42 Nagoya City University Medical School Nagoya
43 Nagoya University School of Medicine Nagoya
44 Nara Medical University Faculty of Medicine Kashihara
45 National Defense Medical College Tokorozawa
46 Nihon University School of Medicine Itabashi
47 Niigata University School of Medicine Niigata
48 Nippon Medical School Tokyo
49 Oita University Faculty of Medicine Yufu
50 Okayama University School of Medicine Okayama
51 Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University Faculty of Medicine Takatsuki
52 Osaka Metropolitan University School of Medicine Osaka
53 Saga University Faculty of Medicine Saga
54 Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine Saitama
55 Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine Sapporo
56 Shiga University of Medical Science Otsu
57 Shimane University School of Medicine Izumo
58 Shinshu University School of Medicine Matsumoto
59 Showa Medical University School of Medicine Shinagawa
60 St. Marianna University School of Medicine Kawasaki
61 Teikyo University School of Medicine Tokyo
62 The University of Osaka School of Medicine Suita
63 Toho University Faculty of Medicine Ota
64 Tohoku Medical and Pharmaceutical University School of Medicine Sendai
65 Tohoku University School of Medicine Sendai
66 Tokai University School of Medicine Isehara
67 Tokushima University School of Medicine Tokushima
68 Tokyo Medical University Tokyo
69 Tokyo Women's Medical University School of Medicine Tokyo
70 Tottori University Faculty of Medicine Yonago
71 University of Fukui Faculty of Medical Sciences Yoshida
72 University of Miyazaki Faculty of Medicine Miyazaki
73 University of Occupational & Environmental Health School of Medicine Kitakyushu
74 University of the Ryukyus Faculty of Medicine Nishihara
75 University of Tokyo Faculty of Medicine Tokyo
76 University of Toyama School of Medicine (Japan) Toyama
77 University of Tsukuba School of Medicine Tsukuba
78 University of Yamanashi Faculty of Medicine Chuo
79 Wakayama Medical University School of Medicine Wakayama
80 Yamagata University Faculty of Medicine Yamagata
81 Yamaguchi University Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Ube
82 Yokohama City University School of Medicine Yokohama

🛡️ Safety & expenses in Japan

We don't publish a made-up "safety score" — official sources and real verification beat a number nobody can audit. Here's what to actually check.

🚨 Emergency numbers

Search "Japan emergency number" on arrival and save it — we don't have a verified number for this country yet.

Also save your home country's nearest embassy or consulate contact number before you fly, and register with them if your country offers it (e.g. India's MADAD portal, the UK's FCDO registration).

🧭 Before you go

  • Check your home government's official travel advisory for Japan — search it here rather than trust a consultancy's summary of it.
  • Keep scanned copies of your passport, visa, and admission letter in cloud storage, separate from the originals.
  • Get travel/health insurance that explicitly covers the country and duration of your course.
  • Learn the area around your campus and hostel in daylight before relying on it at night.
  • Avoid unlicensed taxis or "guides" who approach you at the airport — arrange pickup through the university where possible.

💰 Verify these expenses yourself

We don't publish estimated costs here — they date quickly and vary by city and lifestyle. Before you commit money, get these in writing directly from the university, not only from an agent:

  • Full multi-year tuition, and whether it can increase year to year
  • Hostel/accommodation fees and what's included (food, utilities, wifi)
  • One-time costs: visa, admission/registration fees, health checks
  • Approximate flight cost for your route and how often you'd realistically travel home
  • Health insurance premium required for your visa or enrollment

🔎 Most Searched Medical Colleges in Japan

The college pages for Japan that people reach from Google most often (Search Console, past 16 months). Being searched for is not the same as being recognised: open each page and check the regulator status, fees and stories before you pay anyone.

⭐ Most Reviewed Colleges in Japan

Colleges with the most student reviews from this country.

# College Name City Rating Reviews
1 Nagoya University School of Medicine Nagoya 4.4 ⭐ 110
2 Fukuoka University School of Medicine Fukuoka 3.8 ⭐ 110
3 Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine Saitama 3.4 ⭐ 110
4 Showa Medical University School of Medicine Shinagawa 3.0 ⭐ 110
5 Gunma University Faculty of Medicine Maebashi 3.0 ⭐ 110
6 Yamaguchi University Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Ube 3.2 ⭐ 108
7 Fujita Health University School of Medicine Toyoake 3.7 ⭐ 100
8 Oita University Faculty of Medicine Yufu 3.3 ⭐ 100
9 Kansai Medical University School of Medicine Moriguchi 2.7 ⭐ 100
10 Nippon Medical School Tokyo 3.9 ⭐ 99
11 Yamagata University Faculty of Medicine Yamagata 3.0 ⭐ 94
12 Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University Faculty of Medicine Takatsuki 3.9 ⭐ 92
13 Nagoya City University Medical School Nagoya 4.0 ⭐ 86
14 Tottori University Faculty of Medicine Yonago 2.9 ⭐ 80
15 Kagoshima University Faculty of Medicine Kagoshima 4.0 ⭐ 60
16 Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine Fukushima 4.0 ⭐ 50
17 Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Morioka 3.7 ⭐ 41
18 Hirosaki University School of Medicine Hirosaki 4.0 ⭐ 38
19 University of Toyama School of Medicine Toyama 3.8 ⭐ 38
20 Kindai University School of Medicine Osaka Sayama 4.0 ⭐ 37
21 Wakayama Medical University School of Medicine Wakayama 4.0 ⭐ 33
22 National Defense Medical College Tokorozawa 3.8 ⭐ 32
23 Kanazawa Medical University School of Medicine Uchinada 3.2 ⭐ 30
24 Asahikawa Medical University Asahikawa 3.9 ⭐ 26
25 Kyushu University Faculty of Medicine Fukuoka 4.0 ⭐ 25
26 Kochi Medical School Nankoku 3.8 ⭐ 24
27 Kurume University School of Medicine Kurume 3.3 ⭐ 22
28 Niigata University School of Medicine Niigata 3.9 ⭐ 20
29 Tohoku Medical and Pharmaceutical University School of Medicine Sendai 3.3 ⭐ 18
30 Kyoto University Faculty of Medicine Kyoto 4.2 ⭐ 17
31 International University of Health and Welfare (IUHW) School of Medicine Narita 4.0 ⭐ 17
32 Institute of Science Tokyo Faculty of Medicine Tokyo 4.1 ⭐ 12
33 Gifu University School of Medicine Gifu 3.6 ⭐ 10
34 Kagawa University Faculty of Medicine Miki 4.0 ⭐ 9
35 Jichi Medical University School of Medicine Shimotsuke 3.8 ⭐ 9
36 Kanazawa University School of Medicine Kanazawa 3.8 ⭐ 5
37 Nagasaki University School of Medicine Nagasaki 4.2 ⭐ 4
38 Ehime University School of Medicine Tōon 4.6 ⭐ 3
39 Tokushima University School of Medicine Tokushima 3.7 ⭐ 3
40 Keio University School of Medicine Tokyo 5.0 ⭐ 2
41 Hokkaido University School of Medicine Sapporo 4.5 ⭐ 2
42 University of Tokyo Faculty of Medicine Tokyo 4.1 ⭐ 2
43 Okayama University School of Medicine Okayama 5.0 ⭐ 1
44 Kobe University School of Medicine Kobe 3.6 ⭐ 1
45 Akita University School of Medicine Akita — 1
46 Kumamoto University School of Medicine Kumamoto — 1
47 Tokai University School of Medicine Isehara — 1
48 Jikei University School of Medicine Tokyo — 1
49 Saga University Faculty of Medicine Saga — 1
50 University of Fukui Faculty of Medical Sciences Yoshida — 1

✈️ Travel videos from Japan

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📰 Latest news about MBBS in Japan

Headlines related to medical education, admissions, and student updates in Japan.

📝 Longest student reviews from Japan

Top 10 detailed reviews shared by students, along with the universities they belong to.

Even though everything is by appointment, it often gets crowded. In particular, I have to go to six different places for blood tests, X-rays, injections?, and consultations at three departments, so it usually takes a long time from 9am to around 2pm, but since it only happens once a month, I always wait while touching my cell phone. …
It is a well-known and popular university in Kyushu. It offers liberal arts, science, and medical courses, and also places great emphasis on athletic clubs. The campus is also very large. It is now possible to commute to school from Hakata Station by subway without changing trains, which I think has made it more convenient for students.

Yamagata University Faculty of Medicine

Hiroyuki Yamashita
Yamagata University Hospital provides cutting-edge medical care to the local community. They are working on cutting-edge medical care such as remote surgery using Da Vinci, 3D surgery using VR technology, and genomic diagnostic medicine. I heard that next year they will be adding a new advanced medical treatment using heavy ion beams.
They missed the IV injection four times, and before the bleeding had stopped, they removed the tape and blood started coming out. The puncture wound was blue, but they didn't even apologize. To top it off, they said they couldn't give me the IV. This is the first time I've ever been to a hospital like this. I'll never go there again.
Apparently an acquaintance of mine had surgery for ovarian cancer, during which a hole was made in her bladder. As a result, she had a ureter attached for a while, but for some reason the tube came out and someone made up a story that she had removed it herself, so she said she never wanted to have surgery in a place like that again.
They don't see people as people. My distrust of doctors has grown. They say that the lack of medical care in depopulated areas is serious, but I think it's also a problem with the quality of doctors. It makes me so sad to think that if my family had been treated at a hospital in the city, they would still be laughing and having fun.
Due to construction work currently being carried out on the Nagoya City University Hospital parking lot, there are other parking options besides the hospital parking lot, such as the Nagoya City Museum parking lot. Please check with the hospital. I recommend the museum parking lot. Construction work will continue until next year.
Oita Medical University is large and has a large number of patients, but they only care about the manual, and I don't know if it's because they're used to it, but I don't feel that the way they treat non-patients, the general public, is considerate. It makes my weak heart feel the worst, and there is absolutely zero hospitality.
The smell around the Faculty of Agriculture building made me faint... Also, I tried a sake called "Nagomi Sakura" that was apparently made by the Faculty of Agriculture, and when I tried it with a friend, it had quite a high-spirited taste. I don't recommend it... but I don't have any grudge against the Faculty of Agriculture.
I used a room on campus for a university seminar. It's right in front of Kozu-no-Mori Station (less than a one-minute walk to the left after exiting the ticket gate). The seminar was held on the 9th floor. It's incredibly compact, yet clean and functional. I only used the venue and elevator. The room and chairs were nice.

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