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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Alkaptonuria near Japan. Of these, 34 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    39 providers found
      Advanced in Alkaptonuria

      Yasunori Tokuhara
      Advanced in Alkaptonuria

      Yasunori Tokuhara
      Takamatsu, JP 

      Yasunori Tokuhara practices in Takamatsu, Japan. Tokuhara is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Their top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, Urothelial Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

      Advanced in Alkaptonuria

      Tatsuya Morinishi
      Advanced in Alkaptonuria

      Tatsuya Morinishi
      Takamatsu, JP 

      Tatsuya Morinishi practices in Takamatsu, Japan. Mr. Morinishi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Urothelial Cancer.

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      Advanced in Alkaptonuria

      Takuaki S. Yamamoto
      Advanced in Alkaptonuria

      Takuaki S. Yamamoto
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Takuaki Yamamoto practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Yamamoto is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Their top areas of expertise are Osteonecrosis, Kienbock's Disease, Freiberg's Disease, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

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      Advanced in Alkaptonuria

      Kenichi Shukuya
      Advanced in Alkaptonuria

      Kenichi Shukuya
      Hongo, JP 

      Kenichi Shukuya practices in Hongo, Japan. Mr. Shukuya is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria and Ochronosis.

      Advanced in Alkaptonuria

      Tatsuo Shimosawa
      Advanced in Alkaptonuria

      Tatsuo Shimosawa
      Narita, JP 

      Tatsuo Shimosawa practices in Narita, Japan. Mr. Shimosawa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, and Food Allergy.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Sho Hosokawa
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Sho Hosokawa
      JP 

      Sho Hosokawa practices in Japan. Mr. Hosokawa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, Endometrial Cancer, and Ovarian Cancer.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Eiichiro Hirakawa
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Eiichiro Hirakawa
      Takamatsu, JP 

      Eiichiro Hirakawa practices in Takamatsu, Japan. Hirakawa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Their top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, Sick Sinus Syndrome, and Urothelial Cancer.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Hiroyuki Ohsaki
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Hiroyuki Ohsaki
      Kobe, JP 

      Hiroyuki Ohsaki practices in Kobe, Japan. Mr. Ohsaki is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, Urothelial Cancer, and Bladder Cancer.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Yutaka Yatomi
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Yutaka Yatomi
      Tokyo, JP 

      Yutaka Yatomi practices in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Yatomi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Silent Thyroiditis, MYH9 Related Thrombocytopenia, Thrombocytopenia, Trabeculectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Masami Tanaka
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Masami Tanaka
      Kyoto, JP 

      Masami Tanaka practices in Kyoto, Japan. Mr. Tanaka is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Agranulocytosis.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Toshitaka Watanabe
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Toshitaka Watanabe
      Sapporo, JP 

      Toshitaka Watanabe practices in Sapporo, Japan. Watanabe is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Their top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, and Aneurysm Repair.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Takuji Yokoe
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Takuji Yokoe
      Miyazaki, JP 

      Takuji Yokoe practices in Miyazaki, Japan. Yokoe is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Their top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Nail-Patella Syndrome, Alkaptonuria, Osteotomy, and Fasciotomy.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Hiroaki Komatsu
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Hiroaki Komatsu
      Yonago, JP 

      Hiroaki Komatsu practices in Yonago, Japan. Mr. Komatsu is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Mediastinal Tumor, Lung Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Motoki Namekawa
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Motoki Namekawa
      Tokyo, JP 

      Motoki Namekawa practices in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Namekawa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, Bell's Palsy, and Metabolic Acidosis.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Shinichiro Taniguchi
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Shinichiro Taniguchi
      Sasebo, JP 

      Shinichiro Taniguchi practices in Sasebo, Japan. Taniguchi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Their top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Hideki Hakamata
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Hideki Hakamata
      Hachioji, JP 

      Hideki Hakamata practices in Hachioji, Japan. Mr. Hakamata is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, and Acute Pain.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Jun Tanaka
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Jun Tanaka
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Jun Tanaka practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Tanaka is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Foot Drop, Alkaptonuria, and Vertebroplasty.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Tomomi Ota
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Tomomi Ota
      Miyazaki, JP 

      Tomomi Ota practices in Miyazaki, Japan. Ms. Ota is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Ochronosis, and Achilles Tendon Rupture.

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Ryo Harada
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Ryo Harada
      Sapporo, JP 

      Ryo Harada practices in Sapporo, Japan. Mr. Harada is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Takayasu Arteritis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Ichiro Yoshimura
      Experienced in Alkaptonuria

      Ichiro Yoshimura
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Ichiro Yoshimura practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Yoshimura is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Freiberg's Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Accessory Navicular Bone, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Alkaptonuria?

      Alkaptonuria is an inherited condition that causes arthritis, kidney stones, spots of dark pigmentation, and dark urine. Ochronosis, a buildup of dark (blue-black) pigment in certain tissues, is a characteristic feature of alkaptonuria. The first symptom of alkaptonuria is often urine that turns black or very dark when it is exposed to air (oxidation). However, this color change may not occur immediately after urination.

      When should I see an Alkaptonuria doctor in Japan?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Alkaptonuria doctor in Japan?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How do I find the best Alkaptonuria doctor in Japan?

      You can find an Alkaptonuria doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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      How does MediFind rank Alkaptonuria doctors in Japan?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Alkaptonuria doctors in Japan?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Alkaptonuria doctor in Japan?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Alkaptonuria doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Alkaptonuria doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Alkaptonuria doctor in Japan?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Alkaptonuria doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Alkaptonuria doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Alkaptonuria doctors in Japan?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Alkaptonuria doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Alkaptonuria doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Alkaptonuria doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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