The 20 Best Moyamoya Disease Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Moyamoya Disease Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 804 doctor with experience in Moyamoya Disease near Japan. Of these, 609 are Experienced, 122 are Advanced, 60 are Distinguished and 13 are Elite.

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    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Haruto Uchino
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Haruto Uchino
    JP 

    Haruto Uchino practices practicing medicine in Japan. Mr. Uchino is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Satoshi Kuroda
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Satoshi Kuroda
    Toyama, JP 

    Satoshi Kuroda practices practicing medicine in Toyama, Japan. Mr. Kuroda is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Stroke, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Ken Kazumata
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Ken Kazumata
    Sapporo, JP 

    Ken Kazumata practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Mr. Kazumata is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Thrombectomy.

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    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Kiyohiro Houkin
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Kiyohiro Houkin
    Sapporo, JP 

    Kiyohiro Houkin practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Houkin is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. They are also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Stroke, Carotid Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Daina Kashiwazaki
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Daina Kashiwazaki
    Sugitani, JP 

    Daina Kashiwazaki practices practicing medicine in Sugitani, Japan. Ms. Kashiwazaki is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Naoki Akioka
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Naoki Akioka
    Toyama, JP 

    Naoki Akioka practices practicing medicine in Toyama, Japan. Mr. Akioka is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Jun C. Takahashi
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Jun C. Takahashi
    Mobara, JP 

    Jun Takahashi practices practicing medicine in Mobara, Japan. Mr. Takahashi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Stroke, Arteriovenous Malformation, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Miki Fujimura
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Miki Fujimura
    JP 

    Miki Fujimura practices practicing medicine in Japan. Ms. Fujimura is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Vertebral Artery Dissection, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Naoya Kuwayama
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Naoya Kuwayama
    Toyama, JP 

    Naoya Kuwayama practices practicing medicine in Toyama, Japan. Mr. Kuwayama is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Stroke, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Takeshi Funaki
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Takeshi Funaki
    Kyoto, JP 

    Takeshi Funaki practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Mr. Funaki is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Arteriovenous Malformation, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Shusuke Yamamoto
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Shusuke Yamamoto
    Sugitani, JP 

    Shusuke Yamamoto practices practicing medicine in Sugitani, Japan. Yamamoto is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. They are also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Shoko Hara
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Shoko Hara
    Tokyo, JP 

    Shoko Hara practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Ms. Hara is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Subdural Hematoma, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Stent Placement.

    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Yoshio Araki
    Elite in Moyamoya Disease

    Yoshio Araki
    Nagoya, JP 

    Yoshio Araki practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Mr. Araki is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Akio Koizumi
    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Akio Koizumi
    Kyoto, JP 

    Akio Koizumi practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Mr. Koizumi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia, Telangiectasia, Stroke, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Masafumi Ihara
    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Masafumi Ihara
    Suita, JP 

    Masafumi Ihara practices practicing medicine in Suita, Japan. Ihara is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. They are also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Stroke, Vascular Dementia, Thrombectomy, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Naoki Nakayama
    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Naoki Nakayama
    Kumamoto, JP 

    Naoki Nakayama practices practicing medicine in Kumamoto, Japan. Mr. Nakayama is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Attack, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Motoki Inaji
    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Motoki Inaji
    Yushima, JP 

    Motoki Inaji practices practicing medicine in Yushima, Japan. Mr. Inaji is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Epilepsy, Seizures, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Fumiaki Kanamori
    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Fumiaki Kanamori
    Nagoya, JP 

    Fumiaki Kanamori practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Kanamori is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Epidural Hematoma, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Takakazu Kawamata
    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Takakazu Kawamata
    Tokyo, JP 

    Takakazu Kawamata practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Kawamata is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. They are also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Brain Tumor, Focal Dystonia, Thalamotomy, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Hatasu Kobayashi
    Distinguished in Moyamoya Disease

    Hatasu Kobayashi
    Miemachi, JP 

    Hatasu Kobayashi practices practicing medicine in Miemachi, Japan. Kobayashi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Moyamoya Disease. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Brachydactyly, Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, and Stroke.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Moyamoya Disease?

    Moyamoya disease is a disorder of blood vessels in the brain, specifically the internal carotid arteries and the arteries that branch from them. These vessels, which provide oxygen-rich blood to the brain, narrow over time. Narrowing of these vessels reduces blood flow in the brain. In an attempt to compensate, new networks of small, fragile blood vessels form. These networks, visualized by a particular test called an angiogram, resemble puffs of smoke, which is how the condition got its name: "moyamoya" is an expression meaning "something hazy like a puff of smoke" in Japanese.

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

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

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

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

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

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