Shiraniwadai Hospital
About
Shiraniwa Hospital, operated by the Matsushita-kai medical corporation, is located in Shiraniwadai, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture. Adjacent to Shiraniwadai Station on the Kintetsu Keihanna Line, it offers excellent accessibility by train. With internal medicine as its primary specialty, the hospital provides comprehensive medical services ranging from acute care to home healthcare and preventive medicine, serving as a key regional medical facility. As part of the Matsushita-kai group, it contributes to an integrated network of medical, welfare, and nursing care spanning from acute treatment to home support. Consulting hours are from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, with closures on Sundays, national holidays, and during the New Year and Golden Week periods. The facility is fully barrier-free, ensuring comfortable access for wheelchair users and elderly patients. A parking lot is also available for those arriving by car. Payment methods include credit cards and electronic payments, and English-language assistance is available. The hospital's director, Dr. Kobayashi, is active in sports medicine and served as a team doctor at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics. The hospital has also been featured in the Yomiuri Shimbun's 'Hospital Excellence 2026,' reflecting its high external recognition.
