Prefecture Directory · Kinki
Nara 奈良県
Nara Prefecture is an inland prefecture south of Kyoto and east of Osaka, known for Todai-ji temple, the deer park, and a concentration of ancient capitals and UNESCO heritage sites. The foreign resident population includes technical training workers in manufacturing and growing international tourism and hospitality workers. Nara City and Kashihara are the main administrative centers.
Healthcare landscape
Nara Medical University Hospital is the prefecture's principal advanced-treatment facility. The prefecture's proximity to Osaka and Kyoto means some residents access tertiary care across prefectural lines. Nara Prefecture International Community Center (NPIC) provides consultation including confirmed support in English, Chinese, and Portuguese, with referrals to local medical interpretation resources.
Multilingual medical support
Public health center (保健所)
Nara Prefecture operates public health centers (保健所, hokenjo) across its municipalities. Public health centers manage infectious disease surveillance, maternal and child health programs, and mental health consultation. Contact the prefectural health department or your municipal office to locate the nearest hokenjo.
Emergency numbers in Japan
- Ambulance / Fire: 119
- Police: 110
- Japan Helpline (24-hr English): 0570-000-911
- JNTO Tourist Helpline: 050-3816-2787 (available for medical referrals)
See our emergency guide for full details on calling an ambulance and communicating with emergency services in Japan.
Last reviewed: September 2026