Breast Cancer Screening: Process and Cost Overview

Breast cancer screening is available through local governments and medical institutions, and typically follows this process:

Appointment or screening notice
2. Completion of medical questionnaire
3. Mammography (breast X-ray) or ultrasound
4. Notification of results

The screening usually takes 15–30 minutes. Some discomfort may occur, but the procedure is brief.
Depending on local subsidies, the cost may be free or range from a few hundred to a few thousand yen.
For self-funded screenings, costs vary by provider but are typically around ¥5,000–¥10,000.
For details, please contact your local health department or medical provider.

References:
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare – Cancer Screening
National Cancer Center Japan – Breast Cancer Prevention & Screening
Tokyo Metropolitan Government – Breast Cancer Screening Guide (Accessed Nov 17, 2025)

This article is independently edited and translated based on publicly available information from official sources. It is not intended as medical advice or diagnosis.