China-Japan Friendship Hospital

Built with Japanese aid and opened in 1984, the China-Japan Friendship Hospital in Beijing is home of China’s National Center for Respiratory Medicine and is ranked No. 2 nationally for respiratory medicine and No. 1 for pain medicine.

Checked against official sources · October 21, 2026

China-Japan Friendship Hospital

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Founded
1984
National ranking
Top 40 nationally (tier ⁦A+++⁩)
Top department
#1 in China · Pain medicine · 2023

The China-Japan Friendship Hospital was one of the first foreign-aid projects after China’s reform and opening, and was then the country’s most international and best-equipped hospital. It combines Western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine, and hosts the National Center for Respiratory Medicine, the National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Diseases and the WHO Collaborating Centre for Tobacco Cessation.

Its researchers led the landmark Da Qing diabetes prevention study. The hospital has 1,610 beds and 17 national key clinical specialties, and its international department has been rated by the foreign community in Beijing as the state hospital with the highest satisfaction among foreign patients.

Why patients choose China-Japan Friendship Hospital

  • National Center for Respiratory Medicine — No. 2 in China
  • No. 1 in China for pain medicine
  • International department rated first by foreign residents in Beijing
  • Integrates Western and traditional Chinese medicine

National rankings

From the China Hospital Rankings by the Fudan University Hospital Management Institute (2023 edition, published November 16, 2024), voted by more than 5,000 senior specialists of the Chinese Medical Association and the Chinese Medical Doctor Association.

Ranked departments

Departments in China’s national top 10 in the Fudan specialty reputation ranking. Open one for its ranking, what it treats and how to book.

Location and contact

Address
2 Yinghua East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Main phone
+86 10-84205566
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Campuses

  • Main campus Open in map 2 Yinghua East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
  • North campus Open in map 47 Wenxueguan Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing

For international patients

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How to get treated here as an international patient

  1. Send us a summary of your medical records and goals. We check whether this hospital fits your case.
  2. We advise on the right department or specialist, with a realistic waiting time and cost range.
  3. We book through official hospital channels and help you prepare the documents you need.
  4. In China, a coordinator or medical escort can accompany you for registration, tests, payment and consultations.
Hospital background and scale
  • 1,610 Beds
  • 17 National key clinical specialties
  • 1 Academicians

Figures as published by the hospital.

Frequently asked questions

Where is China-Japan Friendship Hospital located?

China-Japan Friendship Hospital is in Beijing, China. Address: 2 Yinghua East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing.

Can foreign patients be treated at China-Japan Friendship Hospital?

Major Chinese hospitals generally treat foreign patients who hold a valid passport. Language, registration and payment are the usual obstacles; our coordinators can help with appointments, interpretation and logistics.

How can I book an appointment at China-Japan Friendship Hospital?

Appointments are made through the hospital’s official channels, and well-known specialists are often booked weeks ahead. Send us your case and we will advise on the best route and the expected waiting time.

What is China-Japan Friendship Hospital known for?

China-Japan Friendship Hospital is particularly well known for Neurosurgery, Respiratory medicine, Dermatology, Emergency medicine, and Pain medicine.

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