The 20 Best Krabbe Disease Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Krabbe Disease Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 11/08/2026

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MediFind found 109 doctor with experience in Krabbe Disease near Japan. Of these, 96 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Krabbe Disease
    Elite in Krabbe Disease
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    Osaka, JP 

    Norio Sakai practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Sakai is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Krabbe Disease, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 14, Fabry Disease, Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Krabbe Disease
    Distinguished in Krabbe Disease
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    Suita, JP 

    Yuta Koto practices practicing medicine in Suita, Japan. Mr. Koto is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Krabbe Disease, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, Leukodystrophy, and Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD).

    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
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    Kurashiki, JP 

    Junko Matsuda practices practicing medicine in Kurashiki, Japan. Ms. Matsuda is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Krabbe Disease, Sitosterolemia, Hyaline Fibromatosis Syndrome, and Classic Galactosemia.

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    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
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    Sendai, JP 

    An Cheng practices practicing medicine in Sendai, Japan. Cheng is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Multiple System Atrophy, Krabbe Disease, Familial Dysautonomia, and Secondary Parkinsonism.

    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Referral may be required
    Kurashiki, JP 

    Takashi Watanabe practices practicing medicine in Kurashiki, Japan. Mr. Watanabe is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Galactosialidosis, Krabbe Disease, Cryptococcosis, and CACH Syndrome.

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

    Mohammad Hossain practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Hossain is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Krabbe Disease, CACH Syndrome, Anhidrosis, and Riboflavin Transporter Deficiency Neuronopathy.

    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Referral may be required
    Kurashiki, JP 

    Shinji Go practices practicing medicine in Kurashiki, Japan. Mr. Go is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Krabbe Disease, CACH Syndrome, Farber Lipogranulomatosis, and Hearing Loss.

    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
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    Kasugai, JP 

    Yasushi Enokido practices practicing medicine in Kasugai, Japan. Enokido is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Krabbe Disease, Macrodactyly of the Foot, and CACH Syndrome.

    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Referral may be required
    Osaka, JP 

    Keiichi Ozono practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Ozono is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. They are also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Achondroplasia, Hypophosphatasia (HPP), Rickets, Osteotomy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Shingo Ueki practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Ueki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Krabbe Disease, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, and Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD).

    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Referral may be required
    Osaka, JP 

    Miyae Yamakawa practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Yamakawa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Krabbe Disease, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, and Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD).

    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Referral may be required
    Tsukuba, JP 

    Naomi Mamada practices practicing medicine in Tsukuba, Japan. Ms. Mamada is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Krabbe Disease, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
    Advanced in Krabbe Disease
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    Kagoshima, JP 

    Hiroshi Takashima practices practicing medicine in Kagoshima, Japan. Mr. Takashima is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Spastic Paraparesis, HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Thrombectomy, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
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    Hirosaki, JP 

    Junichi Saito practices practicing medicine in Hirosaki, Japan. Mr. Saito is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Krabbe Disease, Glossectomy, and Tenotomy.

    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
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    Moriyama, JP 

    Ryosuke Fukazawa practices practicing medicine in Moriyama, Japan. Mr. Fukazawa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Krabbe Disease, Epidural Abscess, Migraine, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Akihiko Mitsutake practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mitsutake is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, and CACH Syndrome.

    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Referral may be required
    Kasugai, JP 

    Atsuo Nakayama practices practicing medicine in Kasugai, Japan. Nakayama is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. Their clinical expertise encompasses Krabbe Disease, Microcephalic Osteodysplastic Primordial Dwarfism Type 1 (MOPD1), Microcephalic Osteodysplastic Primordial Dwarfism Type 2 (MOPD2), and Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration.

    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Referral may be required
    Suita, JP 

    Nobuyuki Takakura practices practicing medicine in Suita, Japan. Mr. Takakura is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cavernous Lymphangioma, Lymphangiomatosis, Hemangioma, and Krabbe Disease.

    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Referral may be required
    Kyoto, JP 

    Hirohide Takebayashi practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Takebayashi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1), Anhidrosis, Hajdu-Cheney Syndrome, and Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2.

    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Experienced in Krabbe Disease
    Referral may be required
    Fukushima, JP 

    Ichiro Kawahata practices practicing medicine in Fukushima, Japan. Mr. Kawahata is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Krabbe Disease. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dopa-Responsive Dystonia, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).

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    Last Updated: 11/08/2026

    What is the definition of Krabbe Disease?

    Krabbe disease is a rare genetic disorder of the nervous system. It is a type of brain disease called leukodystrophy.

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

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

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

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

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