English-speaking Second Opinion clinics in Tokyo
If you've received a diagnosis or a proposed treatment in Japan and want an independent expert to review it, a second opinion can bring real peace of mind. Tokyo has 14 English-speaking clinics on Healthtomo that offer second-opinion services. A second opinion is exactly what it sounds like: another qualified specialist looks at your case, your test results, and the plan you've been given, then shares their own assessment. It doesn't replace your current care, it helps you understand your options and feel confident about the path ahead. For international patients, this can be especially valuable. Navigating a serious diagnosis is hard enough without a language barrier, and hearing an expert explanation in English can make a stressful moment far clearer. Second-opinion consultations are sometimes provided out of pocket rather than through National Health Insurance, since they're a review rather than direct treatment, so it's worth confirming what's involved when you book. You'll usually be asked to bring your records, imaging, and test results so the specialist can review your full picture. Browse the 14 Tokyo clinics below, compare their specialties, and reach out to ask how their second-opinion process works and what to prepare.
Kodama Kyōdō Hospital
Speaks Japanese
Hayama Dental Clinic
Speaks English, Chinese, Japanese
Tellus Dental & Implant Office
Speaks English, Chinese, Spanish
Ginza Medical Clinic
Speaks English, Japanese
Higashi-Nakano St. Angela Clinic
Speaks Japanese
Shibuya Medical and Skincare Clinic
Speaks English, Chinese, Japanese
PSI clinic
Speaks Japanese
Mii Clinic Yoyogi
Speaks English, Japanese
Roppongi Breast Ladies Clinic
Speaks Japanese
Minamiazabu Musubi Dermatology and Plastic Surgery
Speaks English, Korean, Japanese
Aozora International Clinic
Speaks English, Chinese, Japanese
Minamiaoyama Eyeclinic
Speaks English, Japanese
Shinagawa Breast Clinic
Speaks English, Japanese
Sayaka Women's Health Clinic Hiroo
Speaks English, Japanese
NTT Medical Center Tokyo
Speaks English, Chinese, Japanese
Common questions
What is a second opinion and how is it different from switching doctors?
A second opinion is an independent review of your diagnosis or proposed treatment by another qualified specialist, giving you their own assessment of your options. It doesn't replace your current care or mean changing doctors, it's meant to help you understand your situation and decide with more confidence.
Is a second-opinion consultation covered by National Health Insurance?
Because a second opinion is a review rather than direct treatment, it's sometimes provided out of pocket rather than through National Health Insurance. Confirm with the clinic what their consultation involves and how payment works before you book.
What should I bring to a second-opinion appointment?
Usually your medical records, imaging, and test results, so the specialist can review your full picture rather than starting from scratch. Each clinic may have its own list, so ask when you book exactly what documents to prepare.
Why is a second opinion especially useful for foreign patients in Japan?
Navigating a serious diagnosis is difficult, and a language barrier can make it harder to feel sure about your options. Hearing an independent expert explain your case in English can bring real clarity, which is why all 14 clinics listed here indicate English-speaking support.
Do I need a referral for a second opinion?
Requirements vary by clinic. Some may ask for your existing records or a referral from your current doctor, while others are more flexible. The best step is to contact the clinic directly and ask how their second-opinion process works.