The 20 Best Esophageal Cancer Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Esophageal Cancer Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 4260 doctor with experience in Esophageal Cancer near Japan. Of these, 3267 are Experienced, 716 are Advanced, 216 are Distinguished and 61 are Elite.

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    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Yoshinori Ito
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Yoshinori Ito
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    Nagakute, JP 

    Yoshinori Ito practices practicing medicine in Nagakute, Japan. Mr. Ito is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Congenital Cytomegalovirus, Mastectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Satoru Iwasa
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Satoru Iwasa
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Satoru Iwasa practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Iwasa is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, Colorectal Cancer, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Yuko Kitagawa
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Yuko Kitagawa
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Yuko Kitagawa practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Ms. Kitagawa is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. She is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hiroyuki Daiko
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hiroyuki Daiko
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    Chuo, JP 

    Hiroyuki Daiko practices practicing medicine in Chuo, Japan. Mr. Daiko is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Agranulocytosis, Endoscopy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Tomonori Yano
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Tomonori Yano
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    Kashiwa, JP 

    Tomonori Yano practices practicing medicine in Kashiwa, Japan. Yano is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. They are also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hiroya Takeuchi
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hiroya Takeuchi
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    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Hiroya Takeuchi practices practicing medicine in Hamamatsu, Japan. Takeuchi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. They are also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Ryu Ishihara
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Ryu Ishihara
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    Osaka, JP 

    Ryu Ishihara practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Ishihara is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hideo A. Baba
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hideo A. Baba
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    Kumamoto, JP 

    Hideo Baba practices practicing medicine in Kumamoto, Japan. Mr. Baba is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Masayuki Watanabe
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Masayuki Watanabe
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Masayuki Watanabe practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Watanabe is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Pneumonia, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Yoshifumi Baba
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Yoshifumi Baba
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Yoshifumi Baba practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Baba is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. They are also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hirofumi Kawakubo
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hirofumi Kawakubo
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    Shinjuku, JP 

    Hirofumi Kawakubo practices practicing medicine in Shinjuku, Japan. Kawakubo is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Naoya Yoshida
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Naoya Yoshida
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    Kumamoto, JP 

    Naoya Yoshida practices practicing medicine in Kumamoto, Japan. Mr. Yoshida is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hisahiro Matsubara
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hisahiro Matsubara
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    Chiba, JP 

    Hisahiro Matsubara practices practicing medicine in Chiba, Japan. Matsubara is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. They are also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Esophageal Perforation, Angioplasty, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Satoru Matsuda
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Satoru Matsuda
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Satoru Matsuda practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Matsuda is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Kei Muro
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Kei Muro
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    Okazaki, JP 

    Kei Muro practices practicing medicine in Okazaki, Japan. Muro is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. They are also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hiroki Hara
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Hiroki Hara
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    Saitama, JP 

    Hiroki Hara practices practicing medicine in Saitama, Japan. Mr. Hara is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Chikatoshi Katada
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Chikatoshi Katada
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    Kyoto, JP 

    Chikatoshi Katada practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Katada is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Kohei Shitara
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Kohei Shitara
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    Kashiwa, JP 

    Kohei Shitara practices practicing medicine in Kashiwa, Japan. Ms. Shitara is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Tomohiro Kadota
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Tomohiro Kadota
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    Kashiwa, JP 

    Tomohiro Kadota practices practicing medicine in Kashiwa, Japan. Kadota is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. They are also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Stomach Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Yoichi Hamai
    Elite in Esophageal Cancer

    Yoichi Hamai
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    Hiroshima, JP 

    Yoichi Hamai practices practicing medicine in Hiroshima, Japan. Mr. Hamai is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Cancer. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Esophageal Cancer?

    Esophageal cancer is cancer that starts in the esophagus. This is the tube through which food moves from the mouth to the stomach.

    When should I see an Esophageal Cancer 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 Esophageal Cancer 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 Esophageal Cancer doctor in Japan?

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    How does MediFind rank Esophageal Cancer 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 Esophageal Cancer 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 Esophageal Cancer 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 Esophageal Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Esophageal Cancer 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 Esophageal Cancer 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 Esophageal Cancer 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 Esophageal Cancer 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 Esophageal Cancer doctors in Japan?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Esophageal Cancer 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 Esophageal Cancer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Esophageal Cancer 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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