Japan Medical Tourism Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Treatment Type (Cardiovascular Treatment, Orthopedic Treatment, Cosmetic Treatment, and Others), By Service Provider (Public and Private), and Japan Medical Tourism Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Japan Medical Tourism Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Medical Tourism Market Size Was Estimated at USD 405.62 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 12.24 % from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Medical Tourism Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1444.2 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Japan Medical Tourism Market Size is anticipated to Reach USD 1444.2 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 12.24 % from 2025 to 2035. The medical tourism market in Japan is driven by various factors, including rising demand for advanced medical treatments, government initiatives promoting medical tourism, technological advancements, and a rise in disposable income.

Market Overview

Medical tourism, also referred to as medical travel, involves traveling to another country for medical treatment. This includes surgical, diagnostic, rehabilitation, aesthetic, regenerative, and preventive procedures. The growth of the medical tourism market in Japan is primarily driven by several key factors that enhance its global appeal and accessibility. Japan is globally renowned for its medical expertise, particularly in advanced medical treatments such as cardiovascular care, oncology, and neurology. This attracts a significant number of foreign patients seeking specialized treatments that are unavailable or less accessible in their home countries. Additionally, Japan’s high-quality healthcare infrastructure, with a strong focus on patient safety and technological innovation, further contributes to market growth. The Japanese government is actively promoting medical tourism and streamlining visa procedures to attract more international patients. These initiatives present strong investment opportunities in healthcare, especially in sectors that promote traditional Japanese medicine and alternative therapies to foreign patients.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan medical tourism market based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Japan medical tourism market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Japan medical tourism market.

Driving Factors

Japan is recognized for its advanced medical technologies and highly skilled medical professionals, is one of the key driving factors for this market. Government initiatives like multilingual support and easier visas led to 1.24 million healthcare-related arrivals in Japan in 2022, highlighting medical tourisms growing economic role. Additionally, a rise in disposable income and continuous innovation in medical technology are also contributing to the market expansion.

Restraining Factors

Medical services in Japan can be costly, which restricts access for price-sensitive patients. Additionally, handling cultural differences may be challenging for both patients and professionals.

Market Segmentation

The Japan medical tourism market share is classified into treatment type and service provider

• The cosmetic treatment segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR during the forecast period.    

The Japan medical tourism market is segmented by treatment type into cardiovascular treatment, orthopedic treatment, cosmetic treatment, and others. Among these, cosmetic treatment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to growing patient awareness and increasing demand for anti-aging treatments. Additionally, rising awareness and the importance of personal care are driving the market.

• The private segment held the highest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.   

The Japan medical tourism market is segmented by service provider into public and private. Among these, the private segment held the highest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to a significant proportion of people lacking insurance or having inadequate coverage, and the sharp rise in healthcare costs is prompting medical tourists to seek reasonably priced medical care in developing countries.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan medical tourism market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• St. Lukes International Hospital
• Keio University Hospital
• Tokyo Medical and Dental University Hospital
• Kyoto University Hospital
• Juntendo University Hospital
• Hokuto Hospital
• Fukuoka Kinen Hospital
• Kyushu University Hospital
• International Medical Center of Japan (IMCJ)
• Kameda Medical Center
• Others

Recent Developments

• In May 2025, JCB International signed an MoU with Noage International Inc. to expand its Advanced Medical Tourism Program for affluent Indonesians. The partnership promotes access to premium health checkups and advanced medical services in Japan

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the Japan, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Japan medical tourism market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Medical Tourism Market, By Treatment Type

• Cardiovascular Treatment
• Orthopedic Treatment
• Cosmetic Treatment
• Others

Japan Medical Tourism Market, By Service Provider

• Public
• Private