The 20 Best Heartburn Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Heartburn Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 359 doctor with experience in Heartburn near Japan. Of these, 308 are Experienced, 40 are Advanced and 11 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Yoshimasa Hoshikawa
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Yoshimasa Hoshikawa
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Yoshimasa Hoshikawa practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Hoshikawa is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. They are also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Hiroto Miwa
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Hiroto Miwa
    Referral may be required
    Kawanishi, JP 

    Hiroto Miwa practices practicing medicine in Kawanishi, Japan. Mr. Miwa is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Peptic Ulcer, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Tadayuki Oshima
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Tadayuki Oshima
    Referral may be required
    Okazaki, JP 

    Tadayuki Oshima practices practicing medicine in Okazaki, Japan. Oshima is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. They are also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Heartburn, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Takashi Kondo
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Takashi Kondo
    Referral may be required
    Nagoya, JP 

    Takashi Kondo practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Mr. Kondo is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heartburn, Indigestion, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Katsuhiko Iwakiri
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Katsuhiko Iwakiri
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Katsuhiko Iwakiri practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Iwakiri is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. They are also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Noriyuki Kawami
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Noriyuki Kawami
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Noriyuki Kawami practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Kawami is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Akinari Sawada
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Akinari Sawada
    Referral may be required
    Asahimachi, JP 

    Akinari Sawada practices practicing medicine in Asahimachi, Japan. Sawada is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. They are also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Heartburn, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Yoshikazu Kinoshita
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Yoshikazu Kinoshita
    Referral may be required
    Himeji, JP 

    Yoshikazu Kinoshita practices practicing medicine in Himeji, Japan. Mr. Kinoshita is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Toshihiko Tomita
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Toshihiko Tomita
    Referral may be required
    Nishinomiya-hama, JP 

    Toshihiko Tomita practices practicing medicine in Nishinomiya-hama, Japan. Tomita is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. They are also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Stomach Cancer, Heartburn, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Jiro Watari
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Jiro Watari
    Referral may be required
    Nishinomiya-hama, JP 

    Jiro Watari practices practicing medicine in Nishinomiya-hama, Japan. Mr. Watari is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Heartburn, Stomach Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Tomoaki Matsumura
    Distinguished in Heartburn

    Tomoaki Matsumura
    Referral may be required
    Chiba, JP 

    Tomoaki Matsumura practices practicing medicine in Chiba, Japan. Mr. Matsumura is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Stomach Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Heartburn

    Shintaro Hoshino
    Advanced in Heartburn

    Shintaro Hoshino
    Referral may be required
    Shimo, JP 

    Shintaro Hoshino practices practicing medicine in Shimo, Japan. Mr. Hoshino is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Heartburn

    Ken Haruma
    Advanced in Heartburn

    Ken Haruma
    Referral may be required
    Okayama, JP 

    Ken Haruma practices practicing medicine in Okayama, Japan. Mr. Haruma is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastritis, Peptic Ulcer, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Heartburn

    Kenichiro Nakagawa
    Advanced in Heartburn

    Kenichiro Nakagawa
    Referral may be required
    Tohoku, JP 

    Kenichiro Nakagawa practices practicing medicine in Tohoku, Japan. Mr. Nakagawa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, Indigestion, Peptic Ulcer, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Heartburn

    Yasushi Funaki
    Advanced in Heartburn

    Yasushi Funaki
    Referral may be required
    Nagakute, JP 

    Yasushi Funaki practices practicing medicine in Nagakute, Japan. Funaki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Heartburn

    Naoki Asano
    Advanced in Heartburn

    Naoki Asano
    Referral may be required
    JP 

    Naoki Asano practices practicing medicine in Japan. Mr. Asano is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Helicobacter Pylori Infection, Stomach Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Advanced in Heartburn

    Tomoyuki Koike
    Advanced in Heartburn

    Tomoyuki Koike
    Referral may be required
    Sendai, JP 

    Tomoyuki Koike practices practicing medicine in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Koike is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Heartburn

    Yasuhiro Tamura
    Advanced in Heartburn

    Yasuhiro Tamura
    Referral may be required
    Nagakute, JP 

    Yasuhiro Tamura practices practicing medicine in Nagakute, Japan. Mr. Tamura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Heartburn, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Heartburn

    Kunio Kasugai
    Advanced in Heartburn

    Kunio Kasugai
    Referral may be required
    Nagakute, JP 

    Kunio Kasugai practices practicing medicine in Nagakute, Japan. Mr. Kasugai is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Heartburn

    Makoto Sasaki
    Advanced in Heartburn

    Makoto Sasaki
    Referral may be required
    Yahaba, JP 

    Makoto Sasaki practices practicing medicine in Yahaba, Japan. Mr. Sasaki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Stroke, Heartburn, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Thrombectomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Heartburn?

    Heartburn is a painful burning feeling just below or behind the breastbone. Most of the time, it comes from the esophagus. The pain often rises in your chest from your stomach. It may also spread to your neck or throat.

    When should I see a Heartburn 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 Heartburn 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 Heartburn doctor in Japan?

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    How does MediFind rank Heartburn 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 Heartburn 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 Heartburn 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 Heartburn doctor search results page. 

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

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Heartburn 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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