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Coronary disease treatment in China for Japan patients

End-to-end pathway: visa, flight, hospital match, cost and length of stay — tailored for patients travelling from Japan for coronary disease care.

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Pathway at a glance

Visa
M-Visa (医療ビザ) — fingerprinting NOT required
Processing
4 business days standard
Flight
3–4 hours direct (HND/NRT–PEK/PVG)
Time zone
1 hour ahead (Tokyo → Beijing)
Language
Japanese-speaking International Patient Departments at PUMC, Ruijin, Zhongshan, Shanghai United Family, and HKU-Shenzhen
China cost (USD)
22,000–35,000

About coronary disease

Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death globally and accumulates risk over decades. Modern care spans primary prevention (statins, BP control, lifestyle), secondary prevention after events, and intervention (PCI, CABG). China's cardiac centres — anchored by Fuwai NCCD with one of the highest cardiac surgery volumes globally — deliver world-class care at substantially lower cost.

Why Japan patients travel to China

Japanese patients commonly come for: stem cell and regenerative medicine, cardiac surgery, orthopedic procedures (cost advantage), and TCM integrative oncology. Many cross-shop with Korean and Singaporean centres.

Recommended cities for Japan patients

Shanghai (cardiology, oncology, integrative care) is most popular among Japanese patients due to direct flights from major Japanese airports and strong Japanese-language services. Beijing (PUMC) for complex / academic cases.

Diagnostic workup at Class A centres

  • Comprehensive lipid panel including ApoB and (once in lifetime) Lp(a)
  • HbA1c, fasting glucose, BP measurement
  • ECG; echocardiogram in selected patients
  • Coronary artery calcium (CAC) score for intermediate-risk patients
  • Coronary CT angiography (CTA) for symptomatic patients
  • Stress imaging or coronary angiography in advanced cases

Workup cost band: $280–$540 USD.

Treatment options

Lifestyle modification

first-line

Diet, exercise, sleep, smoking cessation — foundational across all stages.

Statin therapy

first-line

First-line lipid-lowering. PCSK9 inhibitors and ezetimibe for higher-risk or insufficiently controlled patients.

Antiplatelet therapy

first-line

Aspirin, P2Y12 inhibitors per indication.

Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)

selected cases

Stenting for acute coronary syndromes, refractory angina with appropriate anatomy. Drug-eluting stents standard.

Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)

selected cases

Surgical revascularisation for left main disease, three-vessel disease (especially with diabetes or reduced LV function), and selected complex cases. Off-pump and minimally invasive options available.

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Cardiac rehabilitation

first-line

Strong evidence for mortality and morbidity reduction post-event. Available at academic cardiac centres.

Procedure cost from Japan

ProcedureChina (USD)Japan (USD)Length of stay
CABG22,000 – 35,000—21–28 d

Visa pathway for Japan patients

Short flight times and 1-hour timezone offset make Japan one of the easiest Asian source countries. Fingerprinting NOT required for Japanese citizens.

  1. 1

    Receive invitation letter

    Panda Touring Care issues hospital invitation letter in Japanese and Chinese within 3–5 business days.

  2. 2

    Complete COVA online

    Fill at cova.cs.mfa.gov.cn (Japanese interface). Print and sign.

  3. 3

    Submit at CVASC

    Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, Nagoya, Niigata, or Fukuoka visa centre. No biometrics required.

  4. 4

    Collect visa

    Standard 4 business days. Express 2–3 days.

Full Japan → China visa guide →

Frequently asked

Do Japan patients need a visa for coronary disease treatment in China?
Yes — Japan citizens require M-Visa for medical treatment in China. Processing: 4 business days standard. Fee: ¥3,000–¥6,000 (single/multi entry). Validity: Up to 5 years multi-entry possible.
How long is the flight from Japan to China?
3–4 hours direct (HND/NRT–PEK/PVG)
Which Chinese cities are best for Japan patients seeking coronary disease care?
Shanghai (cardiology, oncology, integrative care) is most popular among Japanese patients due to direct flights from major Japanese airports and strong Japanese-language services. Beijing (PUMC) for complex / academic cases.
What's the diagnostic workup for coronary disease at Class A international departments?
Comprehensive lipid panel including ApoB and (once in lifetime) Lp(a); HbA1c, fasting glucose, BP measurement; ECG; echocardiogram in selected patients; Coronary artery calcium (CAC) score for intermediate-risk patients; Coronary CT angiography (CTA) for symptomatic patients; Stress imaging or coronary angiography in advanced cases.

Plan your coronary disease treatment from Japan

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