Expat Japan Guide

Japan Emergency Number #7119: Medical Advice Hotline for Foreigners (2025)

If you’re in Japan and facing a medical situation that might not require an ambulance, #7119 is the number to call first. This free hotline connects you to nurses and medical coordinators who can advise whether you need emergency services or can wait to see a doctor. What Is #7119? #7119 (pronounced “shichi-ichi-ichi-kyū”) is Japan’s Kyūkyū Anshin Center (救急安心センター事業) — a free medical advice telephone service operated by local governments. ...

May 6, 2025 · 5 min · Expat Japan Team