An artist's rendition of the planned new school of medicine (Provided by International University of Health and Welfare)An artist's rendition of the planned new school of medicine (Provided by International University of Health and Welfare)

Japan's first new school of medicine in 38 years will open close to Narita Airport in Chiba Prefecture with the aim of capitalizing on the “medical tourism” market and attracting foreign visitors for medical check-ups and treatments from world-class physicians.