1. TELL (Tokyo English Lifeline)
Website: www.telljp.com
TELL is the leading mental health organization serving the international community in Japan.
Services include:
Free, confidential Lifeline (0800-300-8355) and online chat support
Professional counseling and therapy through the TELL Clinic (Tokyo and Okinawa)
Mental health workshops, suicide prevention training, and educational resources
Languages: English
Cost: Lifeline is free; clinic services are paid (some insurance accepted)
2. Tokyo Mental Health
Website: www.tokyomentalhealth.com
A private practice offering English-speaking psychologists, therapists, and psychiatrists.
Services include:
In-person and online therapy sessions
Psychiatric consultations and medication management
Psychological testing and assessments
Languages: English
Cost: Fee-based (some services may be covered by Japanese insurance)
3. Roppongi Clinic (Tokyo)
Website: www.roppongi-clinic.jp/english-page
This clinic offers psychiatry and psychotherapy in multiple languages.
Services include:
Psychiatric diagnosis and medication
Psychotherapy (including art and movement therapy)
Weekend and holiday hours
Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Tagalog, Thai, Spanish
Cost: Accepts Japanese National Health Insurance (NHI)
4. International Mental Health Professionals Japan (IMHPJ)
Website: www.imhpj.org
A directory of licensed mental health professionals working with the international community.
Services include:
Searchable directory of counselors, therapists, and psychologists
Various specializations including trauma, relationships, and cross-cultural issues
Languages: Multiple (dependent on practitioner)
Cost: Varies by practitioner
5. Anata no Ibasho
Website: https://www.anatanoibasho.jp
A free, anonymous 24/7 chat service providing emotional support.
Services include:
Peer-based, text-only support for those feeling lonely or overwhelmed
No appointments or fees required
Languages: English, Japanese, and others
Cost: Free
6. Stonewall Japan
Website: www.stonewalljapan.org
A community organization serving LGBTQ+ foreigners in Japan.
Services include:
Referrals to LGBTQ+-affirming mental health resources
Online guides and community forums
Languages: English
Cost: Free referrals and guidance
7. Solidarity Network with Migrants Japan (SMJ)
Website: http://migrants.jp
Provides advocacy and support for foreign residents and migrants in Japan.
Services include:
Legal advocacy and social services
Support for discrimination, labor issues, and social integration
Languages: Japanese with some English assistance
Cost: Free or donation-based
8. Additional Resources and Guides
GaijinPot Health Guide: https://health.gaijinpot.com – A useful overview for foreigners navigating Japan’s mental health system.
Japan Healthcare Info: https://japanhealthinfo.com – Offers assistance in finding English-speaking mental health providers and booking appointments.
Emergency Contacts
TELL Lifeline (English): 0800-300-8355
Japanese Ambulance or Police: Dial 119 (ambulance) or 110 (police)
If you are in immediate danger or having suicidal thoughts, call TELL or seek help from the nearest emergency service.
