Gynecology, Urinary Symptoms, and Basic Medical Care for Travelers and International Residents

Hayakawa Clinic is a women’s health and gynecology clinic located in the Shinsaibashi area of Osaka, close to Namba and Dotonbori.

We provide medical care for gynecological concerns, urinary symptoms, and selected basic internal medicine problems, especially for women who are traveling in Osaka or living in Japan.

Common consultations include menstrual problems, vaginal symptoms, cystitis, urinary leakage, emergency contraception, sexually transmitted infection testing, cervical cancer screening, HPV-related consultation, menopause-related symptoms, and cold or flu-like symptoms.

For international patients, we offer English-friendly support using simple English and translation tools when necessary.

Walk-ins are welcome during clinic hours.
Appointments are also available, but not required.

If you are traveling in Osaka or living in Japan and need medical consultation for women’s health or basic medical concerns, please feel free to visit us during consultation hours.

Common Symptoms and Concerns We See

You may consider visiting our clinic if you have any of the following symptoms or concerns:

• Vaginal itching, pain, discharge, or unusual odor
• Pain or burning sensation when urinating
• Frequent urination
• Symptoms suggestive of cystitis or urinary tract infection
• Urinary leakage or difficulty controlling urination
• Irregular bleeding or unexpected vaginal bleeding
• Menstrual pain or menstrual irregularity
• Concerns about sexually transmitted infections
• Genital herpes symptoms or recurrence
• Need for emergency contraception
• Birth control pill consultation
• Cervical cancer screening
• HPV-related consultation
• Menopause-related symptoms
• Cold symptoms, sore throat, cough, or fever
• Influenza-like symptoms
• Mild gastrointestinal symptoms
• General fatigue or feeling unwell during travel

We also provide referrals to appropriate hospitals when more advanced examination, emergency care, or hospital-level treatment is required.

For Travelers in Osaka

If you are visiting Osaka and suddenly develop gynecological symptoms or feel unwell, it can be stressful to find a clinic where you can explain your symptoms clearly.

Our clinic is located in central Osaka, near Shinsaibashi, Namba, and Dotonbori, making it accessible for tourists staying in the city.

Common consultations from travelers include:

• Cystitis or urinary symptoms
• Vaginal infection symptoms
• Emergency contraception
• Unexpected vaginal bleeding
• Menstrual problems during travel
• STI testing or treatment consultation
• Cold or flu-like symptoms
• Lost or forgotten medication related to women’s health

Please bring your passport, medication list, allergy information, and any relevant medical documents if available.

Walk-ins Are Welcome During Clinic Hours

Walk-ins are welcome during clinic hours.

Appointments are also available, but not required.

Please visit the clinic during consultation hours or call us if you have any questions.

If the clinic is very busy, you may need to wait.
Depending on your symptoms, we may recommend another medical institution or hospital.

If you have fever, cough, or flu-like symptoms, please contact us before your visit.

Urinary Symptoms and Cystitis

We provide consultation for urinary symptoms that are common among women, including symptoms suggestive of cystitis or urinary tract infection.

You may consider visiting our clinic if you have:

• Pain or burning sensation when urinating
• Frequent urination
• Lower abdominal discomfort
• Cloudy or unusual urine
• Sudden urinary urgency
• Recurrent cystitis symptoms

The doctor may recommend urine testing and treatment depending on your symptoms and examination findings.

If you have a high fever, strong back pain, severe abdominal pain, or feel very unwell, hospital-level care may be necessary.

Urinary Leakage and Frequent Urination

We also provide consultation for urinary leakage, frequent urination, and bladder-related concerns in women.

These symptoms may be related to hormonal changes, pelvic floor weakness, infection, overactive bladder, or other medical conditions.

If you are experiencing urinary leakage, frequent urination, or difficulty controlling urination, please feel free to consult us.

Emergency Contraception

We provide consultation for emergency contraception when appropriate.

Emergency contraception is most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse or contraceptive failure.

Please visit us or contact us as early as possible if you need emergency contraception.

The doctor will confirm your medical history, timing, and suitability before prescribing medication.

STI Testing and Genital Symptoms

We provide consultation and testing for sexually transmitted infections depending on your symptoms and medical history.

Possible concerns include:

• Chlamydia
• Gonorrhea
• Syphilis
• HIV screening
• Genital herpes
• HPV-related concerns
• Vaginal infections
• Abnormal discharge or genital discomfort

Testing and treatment will be discussed with the doctor based on your symptoms and examination findings.

Cervical Cancer Screening and HPV Consultation

Cervical cancer screening is an important part of women’s health care.

We provide cervical cancer screening and HPV-related consultation for patients who need routine screening, follow-up, or further explanation about previous results.

If you have had an abnormal Pap smear or HPV test result in another clinic or country, please bring your previous results if available.

Basic Internal Medicine Support for Travelers

In addition to gynecological care, we may provide basic internal medicine support for travelers and international residents, depending on symptoms and clinic availability.

Common concerns include:

• Cold symptoms
• Sore throat
• Cough
• Fever
• Influenza-like symptoms
• Allergy symptoms
• Mild gastrointestinal symptoms
• General fatigue or feeling unwell during travel

Please contact the clinic before your visit if you have fever, cough, or flu-like symptoms.

For severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, persistent high fever, chest pain, severe dehydration, loss of consciousness, or other emergency conditions, please visit an emergency hospital or call emergency services.

Before Your Visit

Please bring the following if possible:

• Passport or residence card
• Health insurance card, if you have Japanese health insurance
• List of current medications
• Allergy information
• Previous test results or medical documents
• Travel insurance information, if applicable

If you do not have Japanese health insurance, your consultation and tests will generally be charged as private medical care.

Fees vary depending on the consultation, examinations, tests, and medications required.

Access

Hayakawa Clinic is located near Shinsaibashi, Namba, and Dotonbori in central Osaka.

Clinic Hours

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◯…Walk-ins accepted (appointments have priority)
□…Wednesday 4:00 PM–6:00 PM, Saturday 9:30 AM–12:00 PM (appointments have priority)
* Closed on Sundays and Japanese national holidays.
* Consultation hours may change, and the clinic may be closed on certain days.
* Please check the latest news on our website before visiting.

Walk-ins are welcome during clinic hours.
Appointments are also available, but not required.

If you have fever, cough, or flu-like symptoms, please contact us before your visit.

Important Notice

Hayakawa Clinic is an outpatient clinic.

We do not provide emergency hospital care, inpatient treatment, or delivery services.

If you have severe abdominal pain, heavy bleeding, fainting, suspected ectopic pregnancy, high fever, breathing difficulty, chest pain, loss of consciousness, or any life-threatening symptoms, please visit an emergency hospital or call emergency services immediately.

If we determine that hospital-level care is necessary, we will recommend referral to an appropriate medical institution.

Message from Hayakawa Clinic

Women’s health concerns can be stressful, especially when you are in a foreign country or away from your usual doctor.

At Hayakawa Clinic, we aim to provide careful, respectful, and understandable medical care for each patient.

Please feel free to consult us about your women’s health concerns or basic medical symptoms during your stay in Osaka or while living in Japan.

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Need to see a gynecologist or women’s health doctor in Osaka?

Hayakawa Clinic provides English-friendly women’s health care near Shinsaibashi, Namba, and Dotonbori.

Walk-ins are welcome during clinic hours.

Please visit us during consultation hours or call us if you have any questions.