The 20 Best Kikuchi Disease Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Kikuchi Disease Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 11/08/2026

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MediFind found 225 doctor with experience in Kikuchi Disease near Japan. Of these, 198 are Experienced, 19 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
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    Iwaki, JP 

    Shigeyuki Asano practices practicing medicine in Iwaki, Japan. Mr. Asano is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kikuchi Disease, Lymphadenitis, Atrial Myxoma, and Necrosis.

    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Musashino, JP 

    Shuya Kaneko practices practicing medicine in Musashino, Japan. Kaneko is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. They are also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Kikuchi Disease, Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, Kawasaki Disease, and Lymphadenitis.

    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Okayama, JP 

    Yasuharu Sato practices practicing medicine in Okayama, Japan. Sato is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. They are also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Castleman Disease, IgG4-Related Disease, Lymphoid Hyperplasia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Laryngectomy.

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    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
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    Kumamoto, JP 

    Rin Yamada practices practicing medicine in Kumamoto, Japan. Ms. Yamada is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kikuchi Disease, Lymphadenitis, Neuroma Biliary Tract, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Yushima, JP 

    Masaki Shimizu practices practicing medicine in Yushima, Japan. Mr. Shimizu is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Arthritis, Juvenile Dermatomyositis, and Kikuchi Disease.

    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Kumamoto, JP 

    Yoshihiro Komohara practices practicing medicine in Kumamoto, Japan. Mr. Komohara is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kikuchi Disease, Hepatoblastoma, Pancreatic Adenoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Yasuji Inamo practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Inamo is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Kikuchi Disease, Lymphadenitis, Enlarged Liver, and Scurvy.

    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Distinguished in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Department Of Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery Okayama University Graduate School Of Medicine, 
    Okayama, JP 

    Kazunori Nishizaki practices practicing medicine in Okayama, Japan. Nishizaki is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. They are also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Otitis, Kikuchi Disease, Hearing Loss, Sinusitis, and Laryngectomy.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Akihiko Gemma practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Gemma is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. They are also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Tochigi, JP 

    Yuji Fujita practices practicing medicine in Tochigi, Japan. Mr. Fujita is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Kikuchi Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Bibai, JP 

    Ichiro Kobayashi practices practicing medicine in Bibai, Japan. Mr. Kobayashi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses IPEX Syndrome, Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, and Polymyositis.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Sapporo, JP 

    Kota Taniguchi practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Mr. Taniguchi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kikuchi Disease, Lymphadenitis, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery, and Adenoidectomy.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Kawagoe, JP 

    Shuji Momose practices practicing medicine in Kawagoe, Japan. Mr. Momose is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD), Lymphoid Hyperplasia, Castleman Disease, Orchiectomy, and Thymectomy.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Iwaki, JP 

    Yoichiro Sogame practices practicing medicine in Iwaki, Japan. Sogame is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Kikuchi Disease, Lymphadenitis, and Dehydration.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Okayama, JP 

    Hideharu Hagiya practices practicing medicine in Okayama, Japan. Hagiya is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. They are also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Fasciitis, Sepsis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Leg or Foot Amputation, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Sapporo, JP 

    Yuka Okura practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Ms. Okura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kikuchi Disease, Lymphadenitis, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), and Arthritis.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Fukushima, JP 

    Yuko Hashimoto practices practicing medicine in Fukushima, Japan. Ms. Hashimoto is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kikuchi Disease, Lymphoid Hyperplasia, Castleman Disease, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Hitoshi Irabu practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Irabu is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Kikuchi Disease, Interstitial Nephritis, and Kawasaki Disease.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Sapporo, JP 

    Masaki Shimomura practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Mr. Shimomura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kikuchi Disease, Lymphadenitis, Togaviridae Disease, and Macroamylasemia.

    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Advanced in Kikuchi Disease
    Referral may be required
    Okayama, JP 

    Tadashi Yoshino practices practicing medicine in Okayama, Japan. Mr. Yoshino is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kikuchi Disease. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Follicular Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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    Last Updated: 11/08/2026

    What is the definition of Kikuchi Disease?

    Kikuchi disease is a benign (non-cancerous) condition of the lymph nodes. The main symptoms include swollen lymph nodes in the neck, mild fever, and night sweats. Less common symptoms include weight loss, nausea, vomiting, and sore throat. While the exact cause of this condition is unknown, infectious and autoimmune causes have been suggested.

    When should I see a Kikuchi Disease 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 Kikuchi Disease 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 Kikuchi Disease doctor in Japan?

    You can find a Kikuchi Disease doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Kikuchi Disease 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 Kikuchi Disease 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 Kikuchi Disease 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 Kikuchi Disease doctor search results page. 

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

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Kikuchi Disease 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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