Founded on October 23, 1984, the China-Japan Friendship Hospital is a comprehensive tertiary first-class hospital directly under the National Health Commission. The hospital integrates medical treatment, teaching, scientific research, and preventive health care functions. It undertakes central health care tasks, national emergency medical rescue tasks, and serves as a model of Sino-Japanese medical collaboration. The hospital is also involved in various national and international healthcare projects, including those related to respiratory medicine and smoking cessation.

China-Japan Friendship Hospital is committed to maintaining high standards of medical quality and safety. The hospital has been designated as a National Respiratory Medicine Center, National Respiratory Disease Clinical Medicine Research Center, and a WHO Collaborating Centre for Smoking Cessation and Respiratory Disease Prevention. It has also been recognized as an A-class appointed medical institution, capable of serving any insurance policyholder within Beijing. The hospital’s rigorous quality assurance protocols and continuous improvement practices ensure the highest level of patient care.

The vision of the China-Japan Friendship Hospital is to be a leading healthcare provider known for its excellence in medical treatment, research, and education. The hospital's mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate healthcare services, foster medical innovation, and contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge. The hospital emphasizes the integration of traditional Chinese and Western medical practices, aiming to deliver holistic and patient-centered care.

The hospital has received numerous accolades for its contributions to medical science and healthcare. It was designated as a key hospital in the battle against SARS in 2003 and served as the primary medical facility for the 2008 Summer Olympics, providing care to athletes, coaches, referees, and officials. The hospital has also been recognized for its collaborative programs with prestigious universities and medical institutions around the world, including Tokyo University, Keio University, and Harvard University.