Sakae-mura National Health Insurance Sakae-mura Clinic
About
This public clinic is located in Sakae Village at the northernmost tip of Nagano Prefecture, supporting the health of local residents from its base at Kitashin 3602-1, Sakae Village, Shimominochi District. Sakae Village is a small mountain community with a total population of approximately 1,500 people, and this clinic is a community-based medical facility operated under the National Health Insurance system. Specializing in internal medicine, the clinic provides care for daily health management and the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses for residents of the village and surrounding areas. Given its mountainous location, the facility is equipped with parking assuming access by private vehicle, and features barrier-free design, creating an environment where elderly individuals and those with physical disabilities can receive care with peace of mind. While the clinic has a relatively high number of closed days, this reflects the reality of medical resources in small municipalities. In Sakae Village, surrounded by lush green nature, this clinic plays a vital role in supporting the health of local residents in an accessible location.