Shimane Prefectural Central Hospital
About
Shimane Prefectural Central Hospital, located in Himebara, Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture, is a regional core hospital equipped with an advanced critical care and emergency center. The hospital offers a wide range of medical departments including internal medicine, with reception hours from 8:30 to 11:00 AM and consultations beginning at 9:00 AM. The hospital accommodates patients of diverse backgrounds by providing multilingual support in English, Korean, and other languages. The facility is fully barrier-free, and ample parking is available with separate areas for general outpatient and emergency use, making access by private vehicle convenient. The hospital is approximately a 5-minute drive from JR Izumo-shi Station, and is also accessible by public transport via Ichibata Bus or Susanoo Kanko Bus, alighting at the "Chuo Byoin" stop. For payment, the hospital accepts major credit cards including VISA, Mastercard, JCB, AMEX, and Diners, as well as electronic payments. From February 2026, a deferred credit card payment service for outpatient medical fees has been introduced, allowing patients to leave after their appointment without waiting at the billing counter. The hospital actively publishes clinical indicators and DPC data, reflecting a strong commitment to medical transparency. It also regularly holds public lectures and mini health seminars, demonstrating dedication to health education and promotion within the local community.
