The 20 Best Hiccups Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Hiccups Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 11/08/2026

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MediFind found 248 doctor with experience in Hiccups near Japan. Of these, 210 are Experienced, 27 are Advanced, 10 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Hiccups
    Elite in Hiccups
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Toshiyuki Takahashi practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Takahashi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Thrombectomy, and Angioplasty.

    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Tsu, JP 

    Jun Kako practices practicing medicine in Tsu, Japan. Mr. Kako is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups, Delirium, Dementia, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    St. Mary's Hospital, 422 Tsubukuhonmachi, 
    Kurume, JP 

    Toshiro Obuchi practices practicing medicine in Kurume, Japan. Mr. Obuchi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups, Collapsed Lung, Mediastinitis, Tonsillitis, and Endoscopy.

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    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Distinguished in Hiccups
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Yoshihiro Uesawa practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Uesawa is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Diarrhea, and Anosmia.

    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Reiko Nozawa-Ishii practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Ms. Nozawa-Ishii is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups.

    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Sendai, JP 

    Ichiro Nakashima practices practicing medicine in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Nakashima is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Fukushima, JP 

    Kazuo Fujihara practices practicing medicine in Fukushima, Japan. Mr. Fujihara is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, Myelitis, and Thymectomy.

    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Yokohama, JP 

    Hajime Kagaya practices practicing medicine in Yokohama, Japan. Mr. Kagaya is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups.

    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Akinori Iwasaki practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Iwasaki is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups, Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, Spinal Fusion, and Lung Transplant.

    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Tsu, JP 

    Yohei Kishi practices practicing medicine in Tsu, Japan. Mr. Kishi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups, Adenomyosis, Delirium, Endometriosis, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Distinguished in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    JP 

    Yoshitaka Saito practices practicing medicine in Japan. Mr. Saito is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paronychia, Hiccups, Agranulocytosis, and Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.

    Advanced in Hiccups
    Advanced in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Urayasu, JP 

    Hideaki Ueno practices practicing medicine in Urayasu, Japan. Ueno is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups, Headache, Meningioma, Epidural Hematoma, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Hiccups
    Advanced in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Sapporo, JP 

    Yoh Takekuma practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Takekuma is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups, Paronychia, Agranulocytosis, and Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.

    Advanced in Hiccups
    Advanced in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Toyama, JP 

    Tomonori Takazawa practices practicing medicine in Toyama, Japan. Takazawa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Anaphylaxis, Hiccups, Low Blood Pressure, Transient Global Amnesia, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Hiccups
    Advanced in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Sapporo, JP 

    Yasushi Shimizu practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Shimizu is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups, Lung Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).

    Advanced in Hiccups
    Advanced in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Sapporo, JP 

    Ichiro Kinoshita practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Mr. Kinoshita is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, and Hiccups.

    Advanced in Hiccups
    Advanced in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Omorinishi, JP 

    Masamitsu Kobayashi practices practicing medicine in Omorinishi, Japan. Kobayashi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups, Breast Cancer in Men, Delirium, and Dementia.

    Advanced in Hiccups
    Advanced in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Kamakura, JP 

    Shigeru Saito practices practicing medicine in Kamakura, Japan. Mr. Saito is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Preeclampsia, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Lithotripsy.

    Advanced in Hiccups
    Advanced in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Gifu-shi, JP 

    Akio Kimura practices practicing medicine in Gifu-shi, Japan. Mr. Kimura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Encephalitis, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Vitrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Hiccups
    Advanced in Hiccups
    Referral may be required
    Sapporo, JP 

    Mitsuru Sugawara practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Mr. Sugawara is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hiccups. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiccups, Paronychia, Agranulocytosis, Septoplasty, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 11/08/2026

    What is the definition of Hiccups?

    A hiccup is an unintentional movement (spasm) of the diaphragm, the muscle at the base of the lungs. The spasm is followed by quick closing of the vocal cords. This closing of vocal cords produces a distinctive sound.

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

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

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

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

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