The 20 Best Cleft Lip and Palate Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Cleft Lip and Palate Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 295 doctor with experience in Cleft Lip and Palate near Japan. Of these, 259 are Experienced, 31 are Advanced, 3 are Elite and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Elite in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Hideto Imura
    Elite in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Hideto Imura
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    Nagoya, JP 

    Hideto Imura practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Imura is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Boils, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy.

    Elite in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Nagato Natsume
    Elite in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Nagato Natsume
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    Nagoya, JP 

    Nagato Natsume practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Natsume is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Boils, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy.

    Elite in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Teruyuki Niimi
    Elite in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Teruyuki Niimi
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    Okazaki, JP 

    Teruyuki Niimi practices practicing medicine in Okazaki, Japan. Niimi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy.

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    Distinguished in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Shinji Kobayashi
    Distinguished in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Shinji Kobayashi
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    Yokohama, JP 

    Shinji Kobayashi practices practicing medicine in Yokohama, Japan. Mr. Kobayashi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Pfeiffer Syndrome, Apert Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Distinguished in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Shingo Ueki
    Distinguished in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Shingo Ueki
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    Osaka, JP 

    Shingo Ueki practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Ueki is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Krabbe Disease, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, and Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD).

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Ken Kitagawa
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Ken Kitagawa
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    Nagoya, JP 

    Ken Kitagawa practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Mr. Kitagawa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate and Microvascular Decompression.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Tadashi Yamanishi
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Tadashi Yamanishi
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    Osaka, JP 

    Tadashi Yamanishi practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Yamanishi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Macroglossia, Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Hiroo Furukawa
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Hiroo Furukawa
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    Nagoya, JP 

    Hiroo Furukawa practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Furukawa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, and Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Junko A. Miyata
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Junko A. Miyata
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    Fukuoka, JP 

    Junko Miyata practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Miyata is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Berdon Syndrome, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, and Hirschsprung Disease.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Hitoshi Kawanabe
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Hitoshi Kawanabe
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    Koriyama, JP 

    Hitoshi Kawanabe practices practicing medicine in Koriyama, Japan. Mr. Kawanabe is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Infantile Apnea, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Yukari Kumagai
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Yukari Kumagai
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    Osaka, JP 

    Yukari Kumagai practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Ms. Kumagai is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Norifumi Nakamura
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Norifumi Nakamura
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    Field Of Oral Maxillofacial Rehabilitation, Developmental Therapeutics Course, 
    Kagoshima, JP 

    Norifumi Nakamura practices practicing medicine in Kagoshima, Japan. Nakamura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Oral Cancer, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Takashi Hirakawa
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Takashi Hirakawa
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    Yokohama, JP 

    Takashi Hirakawa practices practicing medicine in Yokohama, Japan. Mr. Hirakawa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Syngnathia Cleft Palate, Cleft Lip and Palate, Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Koichi Otsuki
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Koichi Otsuki
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    Osaka, JP 

    Koichi Otsuki practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Otsuki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Avian Influenza, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Mikihiko Kogo
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Mikihiko Kogo
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    Osaka, JP 

    Mikihiko Kogo practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Kogo is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Micrognathia, Oral Cancer, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Chisato Sakuma
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Chisato Sakuma
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    Nagoya, JP 

    Chisato Sakuma practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Ms. Sakuma is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Cavernous Lymphangioma, and Tongue Cancer.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Shoko Miyauchi
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Shoko Miyauchi
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    Nishi, JP 

    Shoko Miyauchi practices practicing medicine in Nishi, Japan. Ms. Miyauchi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Nagana Natsume
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Nagana Natsume
    Referral may be required
    Nagoya, JP 

    Nagana Natsume practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Natsume is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, and Velopharyngeal Insufficiency.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Madoka Sugiyama
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Madoka Sugiyama
    Referral may be required
    Yokohama, JP 

    Madoka Sugiyama practices practicing medicine in Yokohama, Japan. Ms. Sugiyama is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Syngnathia Cleft Palate, Cleft Lip and Palate, Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Akihiko Oyama
    Advanced in Cleft Lip and Palate

    Akihiko Oyama
    Referral may be required
    Fukushima, JP 

    Akihiko Oyama practices practicing medicine in Fukushima, Japan. Oyama is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Milroy Disease, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Osteotomy, and Liver Embolization.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Cleft Lip and Palate?

    Cleft lip and palate are birth defects that affect the upper lip and the roof of the mouth.

    When should I see a Cleft Lip and Palate 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 a Cleft Lip and Palate 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 Cleft Lip and Palate doctor in Japan?

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    How does MediFind rank Cleft Lip and Palate 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 Cleft Lip and Palate 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 a Cleft Lip and Palate 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 Cleft Lip and Palate doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cleft Lip and Palate 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 a Cleft Lip and Palate 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 Cleft Lip and Palate 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 Cleft Lip and Palate 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 Cleft Lip and Palate doctors in Japan?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cleft Lip and Palate 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 a Cleft Lip and Palate doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cleft Lip and Palate 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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