About us

1.Mountain Clinic Hirafu

Located right next to the King Gondola, this clinic provides immediate care for ski and snowboard injuries as well as sudden illnesses. With direct access from the slopes, our team ensures fast and effective treatment on site.

2.Niseko International Clinic (NIC)

Our main clinic, offering a comprehensive range of medical services: from acute injury management and general practice to chronic disease care, preventive medicine, and aesthetic treatments. We serve both the local community and international visitors.

3.Niseko Wellness Center & Clinic

Situated across from NIC, the Wellness Center provides rehabilitation and fitness programs to support recovery from injuries and to promote prevention. Within the center, Niseko Wellness Clinic offers intravenous (IV) therapies and other wellness treatments. Through these three facilities, NIC delivers high-quality medical care — from emergency response to long-term health and wellness — meeting international standards.

Niseko International Clinic (NIC)

Emergency & Trauma

• Fracture treatment, dislocation reduction, sutures, burns, and ski/snowboard injuries

General Medicine

• Fever clinic, infections, chronic conditions
  (hypertension, diabetes), general primary care

Testing

• Blood tests, X-rays, ultrasound, urine tests, pregnancy tests, PCR/antigen testing, allergy screening

Vaccination

• Tetanus, routine child immunizations, and travel vaccines (please inquire in advance)

In-House Pharmacy

• Urgent care medications are dispensed directly at the clinic—no need to visit an external pharmacy

Documentation

• Insurance documents and medical reports (available in English)

Niseko Wellness Center / Clinic (NWC)

Rehabilitation

• Physical therapy for sports injuries and post-surgical recovery

IV Therapy

• Vitamin infusions, glutathione, amino acids, fatigue & immune support

Medical Fitness

• Conditioning and rehab programs supervised by physicians, physiotherapists, and sports trainers.

Mountain Clinic Hirafu

Shared Services Across All Facilities

• Travel insurance support (receipts, reports, documentation)
• Multiple payment options (credit cards, mobile payments)
• Partnerships with hotels, ski resorts, ski patrols for rapid medical response
• Foreign Language Support
• Mobile Care & Transport (NIC medical van/ambulance and coordination with local hospitals for patient transfer)

Medical Partnership for Hotels & Businesses in Niseko Resort

Keeping Your Staff & Guests Safe—Season After Season

Niseko International Clinic (NIC) proudly supports local hotels, restaurants, and businesses with comprehensive occupational health and urgent care services—all right here in the heart of the resort.

Why Choose NIC for Your Business?

• In-House Occupational Health Physicians
  Our team includes three certified occupational health doctors, available to serve as your official company physician (産業医). Required by Japanese law for workplaces with 50+ staff.
• Multilingual Support for International Staff
  Our bilingual team (Japanese / English / Chinese) ensures smooth communication—even in high-stress situations. Ideal for businesses with many international employees.
• On-Resort, Immediate Access
  Located within Niseko Resort, NIC can respond rapidly to staff health issues, emergencies, or injuries—with on-site assessment and quick transport available.
• Deep Understanding of Resort Work Environments
  We know the unique challenges of seasonal work in Niseko: fluctuating staff numbers, multilingual teams, altitude, snow-related risks, and tight guest service timelines.

On-Site Influenza Vaccination for Teams

• Seasonal flu vaccines available for your entire company
• We visit your workplace and provide vaccinations on-site

Emergency Response & Health Training Support

• We assist with emergency protocols and on-site response for staff or guests
• Provide training sessions in:
  oBasic Life Support (BLS)
  oFirst aid for sudden illness or injury in the workplace

• In case of injury or medical emergency, NIC can dispatch our medical van or coordinate ambulance transfer

Other Available Services for Businesses

• Employee Health Checkups (including legally required annual exams)
• Pre-employment medical assessments
• Medical consultation and documentation for HR compliance
• Advice on infection control and seasonal outbreaks

Corporate Wellness Program at Niseko Wellness Center

Support your employees’ health with exclusive group access to our medically supervised fitness and conditioning programs at Niseko Wellness Center.

oSpecial group rates available for local businesses and resort staff
oSupervised by doctors, physiotherapists, and certified sports trainers
oPrograms include strength & mobility training, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and stress management

Whether it’s seasonal staff or year-round employees, our wellness programs help boost productivity, morale, and long-term health.

Let’s Talk

If you manage a business in Niseko—hotel, restaurant, ski school, transport, or property management—NIC is here to support your team’s health and safety.
Please feel free to contact us to discuss a medical support plan tailored to your needs.

A trusted partner to the Niseko resort community and beyond.

• We provide on-site medical support to leading resorts including Grand Hirafu, HANAZONO, Annupuri, and Niseko Village, Moiwa, working closely with ski patrols and staff.
• Our NIC Medical Van and in-house ambulance respond to over 200 dispatches every winter season, offering timely transportation from ski slopes and hotels.
• As an occupational health provider, we support staff wellness and compliance for:
  • Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono
  • Niseko Management Service (Setsu Niseko, Niseko Landmark View)
  • Rhythm Japan
  • LUPICIA
• Featured in major Japanese media, including newspaper articles covering our unique role as a private clinic suporting an international ski resort.
• We actively contribute to the community through: Medical support at SnowMachine, a large-scale music event Health lectures for the Kutchan Tourism Association Emergency response training sessions for hotels like MUWA Niseko
• We continue to advance our expertise through international site visits to:
  • Whistler Health Care Centre (Canada)
  • Thredbo/Perisher Medical Centres (Australia)
  • Stanford University Orthopaedic Surgery/Sports Medicine (USA)
  • UCSF Sports Medicine (USA)
  • Guam Regional Medical City (USA)

  

  

  

  

Niseko International Clinic (NIC) is officially designated by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare of Japan (MHLW) as a clinical training institution for foreign medical professionals. Since receiving this designation in April 2023, we have welcomed doctors and nurses from countries such as Mexico and Scotland, offering a unique opportunity to experience international-standard medical care in one of Japan’s most iconic resort destinations.

What is the Clinical Training Program?

This special program allows foreign physicians and nurses to participate in clinical practice in Japan under the supervision of certified instructors. Its aim is to promote international medical exchange and contribute to improving healthcare standards worldwide. Our multicultural team and real-world experience in trauma care, primary care, and resort medicine make NIC a unique learning environment for global healthcare trainees.
Through this program, NIC continues to foster global collaboration and professional development in the field of medicine.
We also host medical students from around the world, offering them a truly unique, hands-on clinical experience for their clinical training and observation — an opportunity unlike anywhere else in the world.

2019–2025 Student Placement History at Niseko International Clinic

Niseko International Clinic has hosted a diverse group of medical students, residents, and clinical observers from Japan and abroad, offering immersive experiences in resort medicine, urgent care, and general practice.

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