The 20 Best Down Syndrome Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Down Syndrome Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 599 doctor with experience in Down Syndrome near Japan. Of these, 548 are Experienced, 39 are Advanced, 11 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Down Syndrome

    Tsutomu Toki
    Elite in Down Syndrome

    Tsutomu Toki
    Hirosaki, JP 

    Tsutomu Toki practices practicing medicine in Hirosaki, Japan. Mr. Toki is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aase Syndrome, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, Down Syndrome, Acute Megakaryoblastic Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Etsuro Ito
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Etsuro Ito
    Hirosaki, JP 

    Etsuro Ito practices practicing medicine in Hirosaki, Japan. Ito is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Aase Syndrome, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, Aplastic Anemia, Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Kiminori Terui
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Kiminori Terui
    Hirosaki, JP 

    Kiminori Terui practices practicing medicine in Hirosaki, Japan. Terui is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Leukemoid Reaction, Down Syndrome, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, Aase Syndrome, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Keiichi N. Ishihara
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Keiichi N. Ishihara
    Kyoto, JP 

    Keiichi Ishihara practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Ishihara is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Down Syndrome, Chromosome 16 Trisomy, Chromosome 16q Duplication, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Takashi Taga
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Takashi Taga
    Otsu, JP 

    Takashi Taga practices practicing medicine in Otsu, Japan. Mr. Taga is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Megakaryoblastic Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Vitrectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Souichi Adachi
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Souichi Adachi
    Department Of Clinical Biostatistics/Clinical Biostatistics Course, 
    Kyoto, JP 

    Souichi Adachi practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Adachi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Megakaryoblastic Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Daisuke Tomizawa
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Daisuke Tomizawa
    Tokyo, JP 

    Daisuke Tomizawa practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Tomizawa is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Seishi Ogawa
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Seishi Ogawa
    Kyoto, JP 

    Seishi Ogawa practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Ogawa is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Daisuke Hasegawa
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Daisuke Hasegawa

    St. Luke's International Hospital

    Tokyo, JP 

    Daisuke Hasegawa practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Hasegawa is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Leukemoid Reaction, Down Syndrome, Leukemia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Yasuhide Hayashi
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Yasuhide Hayashi
    Shibukawa, JP 

    Yasuhide Hayashi practices practicing medicine in Shibukawa, Japan. Hayashi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Leukemoid Reaction, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and Leukemia.

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Haruhiko Sago
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Haruhiko Sago
    Sanno, JP 

    Haruhiko Sago practices practicing medicine in Sanno, Japan. Sago is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Hydrops Fetalis, Fetal Edema, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Kenichi Yoshida
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome

    Kenichi Yoshida
    Tokyo, JP 

    Kenichi Yoshida practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Yoshida is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Leukemia, Aplastic Anemia, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Asahito Hama
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Asahito Hama
    Nagoya, JP 

    Asahito Hama practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Hama is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Aplastic Anemia, Acute Megakaryoblastic Leukemia, Juvenile Myelomonocytic Leukemia (JMML), Anemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Shotaro Iwamoto
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Shotaro Iwamoto
    Tsu, JP 

    Shotaro Iwamoto practices practicing medicine in Tsu, Japan. Mr. Iwamoto is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Leukemoid Reaction, Down Syndrome, Leukemia, Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Hideki Muramatsu
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Hideki Muramatsu
    Toyohashi, JP 

    Hideki Muramatsu practices practicing medicine in Toyohashi, Japan. Mr. Muramatsu is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aplastic Anemia, Juvenile Myelomonocytic Leukemia (JMML), Anemia, Dyserythropoietic Anemia and Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Satoru Miyano
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Satoru Miyano
    Tokyo, JP 

    Satoru Miyano practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Miyano is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Yasuhiro Kazuki
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Yasuhiro Kazuki
    Okazaki, JP 

    Yasuhiro Kazuki practices practicing medicine in Okazaki, Japan. Mr. Kazuki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mosaic Trisomy 8, Chromosome 8p Deletion, Down Syndrome, and Leukemoid Reaction.

    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Yuichi Shiraishi
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Yuichi Shiraishi
    Tokyo, JP 

    Yuichi Shiraishi practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Shiraishi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Leukemia, Adult T-Cell Leukemia, Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Rika Kanezaki
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Rika Kanezaki
    Hirosaki, JP 

    Rika Kanezaki practices practicing medicine in Hirosaki, Japan. Ms. Kanezaki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Leukemoid Reaction, Acute Megakaryoblastic Leukemia, Aase Syndrome, and Pure Red Cell Aplasia.

    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Takashi Kasai
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Takashi Kasai
    Kyoto, JP 

    Takashi Kasai practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Mr. Kasai is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Down Syndrome, and Multiple System Atrophy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Down Syndrome?

    Down syndrome is a chromosomal condition that is associated with intellectual disability, a characteristic facial appearance, and weak muscle tone (hypotonia) in infancy. All affected individuals experience cognitive delays, but the intellectual disability is usually mild to moderate.

    When should I see a Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctor in Japan?

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    How does MediFind rank Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctors in Japan?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Down Syndrome 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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