The 20 Best Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 11/08/2026

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MediFind found 127 doctor with experience in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) near Japan. Of these, 97 are Experienced, 20 are Advanced and 10 are Distinguished.

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127 providers found
    Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
    Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
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    Hidaka, JP 

    Torayuki Okuyama practices practicing medicine in Hidaka, Japan. Okuyama is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). They are also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 6 (MPS VI, Maroteaux-Lamy Syndrome), Cranio Osteoarthropathy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
    Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
    Referral may be required
    Toon, JP 

    Yasuyuki Suzuki practices practicing medicine in Toon, Japan. Suzuki is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). They are also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 4 (MPS IV, Morquio Syndrome), Vitrectomy, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
    Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
    Referral may be required
    Gifu-shi, JP 

    Kenji Orii practices practicing medicine in Gifu-shi, Japan. Mr. Orii is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 4 (MPS IV, Morquio Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 6 (MPS VI, Maroteaux-Lamy Syndrome), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)?

    Common conditions include: Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3 (MPS III, Sanfilippo Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 4 (MPS IV, Morquio Syndrome)

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      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Gifu-shi, JP 

      Tadao Orii practices practicing medicine in Gifu-shi, Japan. Mr. Orii is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 4 (MPS IV, Morquio Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 4A (MPS IVA, Morquio Syndrome Type A), Osteotomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Tokyo, JP 

      Motomichi Kosuga practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Kosuga is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 6 (MPS VI, Maroteaux-Lamy Syndrome), and Pompe Disease.

      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Gifu-shi, JP 

      Toshiyuki Fukao practices practicing medicine in Gifu-shi, Japan. Mr. Fukao is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gorham's Disease, Skeletal-Extraskeletal Angiomatosis, Beta-Ketothiolase Deficiency, Lymphangiomatosis, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Chofu, JP 

      Toya Ohashi practices practicing medicine in Chofu, Japan. Ms. Ohashi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Fabry Disease, Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Ashiya, JP 

      Yuji Sato practices practicing medicine in Ashiya, Japan. Mr. Sato is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency, and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome).

      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Izumo, JP 

      Hironori Kobayashi practices practicing medicine in Izumo, Japan. Kobayashi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). They are also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Glutaric Acidemia Type 2, Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 4 (MPS IV, Morquio Syndrome), and Primary Carnitine Deficiency.

      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Tokyo, JP 

      Hiroshi Kobayashi practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Kobayashi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Fabry Disease, Pompe Disease, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Tokyo, JP 

      Yohta Shimada practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Shimada is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Pompe Disease, GM1 Gangliosidosis, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Kobe, JP 

      Hiroyuki Sonoda practices practicing medicine in Kobe, Japan. Mr. Sonoda is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), and GM1 Gangliosidosis.

      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Osaka, JP 

      Takashi Hamazaki practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Hamazaki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Phenylketonuria (PKU), FG Syndrome, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Kobe, JP 

      Kohtaro Minami practices practicing medicine in Kobe, Japan. Minami is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), and Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency.

      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Minato, JP 

      Takashi Higuchi practices practicing medicine in Minato, Japan. Mr. Higuchi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), GM1 Gangliosidosis, Pompe Disease, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Saitama, JP 

      Joo-hyun Seo practices practicing medicine in Saitama, Japan. Seo is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Enlarged Liver, and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3 (MPS III, Sanfilippo Syndrome).

      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Kobe, JP 

      Hideto Morimoto practices practicing medicine in Kobe, Japan. Morimoto is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency.

      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Kobe, JP 

      Tohru Hirato practices practicing medicine in Kobe, Japan. Hirato is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), and Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency.

      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Kobe, JP 

      Ryuji Yamamoto practices practicing medicine in Kobe, Japan. Mr. Yamamoto is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), and Fabry Disease.

      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Advanced in Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
      Referral may be required
      Kumamoto, JP 

      Kimitoshi Nakamura practices practicing medicine in Kumamoto, Japan. Nakamura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). They are also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Fabry Disease, Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), Hyperprolinemia, Vitrectomy, and Liver Transplant.

      While we make every effort to provide the best results possible, data is currently limited outside of the United States. Doctors listed may include both clinicians and researchers, and individuals relocate frequently. We recommend contacting doctors directly to confirm their location and areas of focus. Contact information is provided when available. Learn more about our expert tiers.
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      Last Updated: 11/08/2026

      What is the definition of Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)?

      Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPSs) are a group of rare diseases in which the body is missing or does not have enough of an enzyme needed to break down long chains of sugar molecules. These chains of molecules are called glycosaminoglycans (formerly called mucopolysaccharides). As a result, the molecules build up in different parts of the body and cause various health problems. There are several types of MPSs, including:

      • MPS I (Hurler syndrome; Hurler-Scheie syndrome; Scheie syndrome)
      • MPS II (Hunter syndrome)
      • MPS III (Sanfilippo syndrome)
      • MPS IV (Morquio syndrome)

      When should I see a Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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 Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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 Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) doctor in Japan?

      You can find a Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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      How does MediFind rank Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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 Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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 Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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 Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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 Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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 Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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 Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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 Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) doctors in Japan?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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 Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) 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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