Dialysis Clinics & Centers in Kobe

At a glance

Clinics listed

3

Offer HDF

2 / 3

Offer night dialysis

2 / 3

Cities & wards covered

Amagasaki, Kobe, Nishinomiya

Guides for travellers

Practical answers before you book dialysis in Japan.

• Holiday Dialysis in Japan: The Complete Guide for Travelers

  Yes — you can travel to Japan while on dialysis. This complete guide walks you through what holiday dialysis is, whether you can travel, what care in Japan is like, the documents you'll need, what it costs, and how booking works — all on one page, with full arrangement support.

• Can Dialysis Patients Travel to Japan? An Honest Answer

  Yes — travelling to Japan on dialysis is realistic, as long as you have your doctor's approval and arrange your sessions in advance. Here's what makes it manageable, which clinics already welcome travellers, and the first steps to take before you go.

• What You Actually Need: Documents & Preparation for Dialysis in Japan

  "A referral letter and your last three dialysis records" is the standard advice — and it isn't enough. Here's what a real Japanese clinic submission form actually asks for — dialysate composition, a fistula puncture diagram, infection and TB screening, your nephrologist's signature — and how to prepare in time.

Dialysis in Kobe: frequently asked questions

How does booking dialysis in Kobe work?

Pick a facility that accepts international patients — Kobe has 3, across Amagasaki, Kobe, Nishinomiya — then send a request with your dialysis details and preferred dates. Our concierge contacts the facility and confirms the appointment. Payment is completed on this site once the appointment is confirmed; only extras provided locally are paid at the clinic.

What documents do I need?

A referral letter from your doctor and recent infection test results (HBs antigen, HCV antibody, HIV, within 3 months). We tell you exactly what the clinic requires; you collect the documents with your doctor and upload them with your request. Communication with the clinic goes through our automatically translated chat.

How much does dialysis cost for travellers in Japan?

There are two parts. The clinic's own self-pay fee is typically around ¥30,000–80,000 per session, depending on the facility and treatment (HD or HDF). With full arrangement for an overseas visitor — interpretation, documents, transfers and coordination — an all-inclusive arranged session usually comes to about ¥100,000–150,000. We give you a clear, all-in quote for your dates before you commit.

Can I get HDF or night dialysis in Kobe?

Of the 3 facilities listed for Kobe, 2 list HDF and 2 list night dialysis. Use the HDF and Night filters above to see only those; we re-confirm the modality with the facility before any booking.

Do the staff speak English?

None of the 3 facilities listed for Kobe currently reports English-language support, so the clinic is contacted in Japanese. Our concierge handles that, and the booking chat is translated automatically.

Are dialysis clinics open on Sundays?

Many dialysis clinics in Japan are closed on Sundays. Check each clinic's treatment days when planning your itinerary and preferred dialysis dates.

How far in advance should I book?

Send your booking inquiry at least one month before your preferred dialysis date. Many clinics need about two weeks to review your medical documents and confirm they can accept you, and the appointment is only confirmed after that review. Booking early does not guarantee availability or acceptance — it depends on the clinic's schedule, requirements and final medical assessment.