The Fellowship Directory lists 8 general surgery fellowships in Japan at 4 institutions. The main training cities are Kashiwa and Tokyo. 38% say they accept international medical graduates and 0% describe a visa route. The most common length is 3 years. Every listing links to the programme's official page, where you should confirm dates and requirements.
Frequently asked questions
How many general surgery fellowships are there in Japan?
8 listings at 4 institutions are listed, each researched from official sources.
Can international medical graduates apply?
3 of the 8 programmes say they accept international applicants, and 0 describe a visa route such as J-1, H-1B or a work permit. Requirements differ by programme; eligibility and visa information do not guarantee acceptance or sponsorship.
When are the next application deadlines?
International Physician Observership (IPOP) — Breast and Endocrine Surgery track (Toho University Medical Center Omori Hospital): 31 October 2026; International Physician Observership (IPOP) — Gastroenterological Surgery track (Toho University Medical Center Omori Hospital): 31 October 2026.
Hepatopancreatobiliary surgery 2
JPN2027 Clinical Fellowship — Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery trackNational Cancer Center Hospital East · Kashiwa, JapanJPNClinical Observership — Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery department trackJuntendo University Hospital · Tokyo, JapanBreast and Endocrine Surgery 1
JPNInternational Physician Observership (IPOP) — Breast and Endocrine Surgery trackToho University Medical Center Omori Hospital · Tokyo, JapanBreast surgical oncology 1
JPN2027 Clinical Fellowship — Breast Surgery trackNational Cancer Center Hospital East · Kashiwa, JapanGastric cancer surgery 1
JPN2027 Clinical Fellowship — Gastric Surgery trackNational Cancer Center Hospital East · Kashiwa, JapanGastroenterological Surgery 1
JPNInternational Physician Observership (IPOP) — Gastroenterological Surgery trackToho University Medical Center Omori Hospital · Tokyo, JapanOesophageal surgery 1
JPN2027 Clinical Fellowship — Oesophageal Surgery trackNational Cancer Center Hospital East · Kashiwa, JapanSurgical Oncology 1
JPNCancer Surgery Fellow ProgrammeNational Cancer Center Hospital · Tokyo, Japan