The 20 Best Spinocerebellar Ataxia Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Spinocerebellar Ataxia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 508 doctor with experience in Spinocerebellar Ataxia near Japan. Of these, 423 are Experienced, 61 are Advanced, 18 are Distinguished and 6 are Elite.

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    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Kinya Ishikawa
    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Kinya Ishikawa
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Kinya Ishikawa practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Ms. Ishikawa is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.

    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Hidehiro Mizusawa
    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Hidehiro Mizusawa
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Hidehiro Mizusawa practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mizusawa is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, and Thymectomy.

    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Yuji K. Takahashi
    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Yuji K. Takahashi
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    Yokohama, JP 

    Yuji Takahashi practices practicing medicine in Yokohama, Japan. Mr. Takahashi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Shoji Tsuji
    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Shoji Tsuji
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    Osaka, JP 

    Shoji Tsuji practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Tsuji is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 68 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Paraplegia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Takanori Yokota
    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Takanori Yokota
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    Yushima, JP 

    Takanori Yokota practices practicing medicine in Yushima, Japan. Mr. Yokota is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Thymectomy.

    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Hirokazu Hirai
    Elite in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Hirokazu Hirai
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    Maebashi, JP 

    Hirokazu Hirai practices practicing medicine in Maebashi, Japan. Hirai is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 1, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Nozomu Sato
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Nozomu Sato
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    Hachioji, JP 

    Nozomu Sato practices practicing medicine in Hachioji, Japan. Sato is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Yoshikazu Ugawa
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Yoshikazu Ugawa
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    Fukushima, JP 

    Yoshikazu Ugawa practices practicing medicine in Fukushima, Japan. Mr. Ugawa is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Parkinson's Disease, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Yoshitaka Nagai
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Yoshitaka Nagai
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    Sayama, JP 

    Yoshitaka Nagai practices practicing medicine in Sayama, Japan. Mr. Nagai is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Yasuo Terao
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Yasuo Terao
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    Mitaka, JP 

    Yasuo Terao practices practicing medicine in Mitaka, Japan. Mr. Terao is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Miwa Higashi
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Miwa Higashi
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Miwa Higashi practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Ms. Higashi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Hideshi Kawakami
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Hideshi Kawakami
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    Minami, JP 

    Hideshi Kawakami practices practicing medicine in Minami, Japan. Kawakami is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Makito Hirano
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Makito Hirano
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    Osaka, JP 

    Makito Hirano practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Hirano is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 8, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 6, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Vertebroplasty.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Ichiro Yabe
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Ichiro Yabe
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    Sapporo, JP 

    Ichiro Yabe practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Mr. Yabe is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple System Atrophy, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Familial Dysautonomia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Hiroyuki Morino
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Hiroyuki Morino
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    Tokushima, JP 

    Hiroyuki Morino practices practicing medicine in Tokushima, Japan. Mr. Morino is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Susumu Kusunoki
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Susumu Kusunoki
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    Osaka, JP 

    Susumu Kusunoki practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Kusunoki is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 8, and Multifocal Motor Neuropathy.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Naomichi Matsumoto
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Naomichi Matsumoto
    Referral may be required
    Crest, 
    Kawaguchi, JP 

    Naomichi Matsumoto practices practicing medicine in Kawaguchi, Japan. Matsumoto is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 156 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Coffin-Siris Syndrome, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Yoshio Ikeda
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Yoshio Ikeda
    Referral may be required
    Maebashi, JP 

    Yoshio Ikeda practices practicing medicine in Maebashi, Japan. Mr. Ikeda is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Siderosis, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Shinichi Shirai
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Shinichi Shirai
    Referral may be required
    Kitakyushu, JP 

    Shinichi Shirai practices practicing medicine in Kitakyushu, Japan. Mr. Shirai is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Cardiac Arrest, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Hiroshi Doi
    Distinguished in Spinocerebellar Ataxia

    Hiroshi Doi
    Referral may be required
    Yokohama, JP 

    Hiroshi Doi practices practicing medicine in Yokohama, Japan. Mr. Doi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, and Thrombectomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Spinocerebellar Ataxia?

    Spinocerebellar ataxia is a genetic disorder that has many different types. Ataxia is a term that refers to difficulties with movement, balance, coordination, and speech. Spinocerebellar ataxia can appear at any age and is a progressive disorder.

    When should I see a Spinocerebellar Ataxia 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia doctor in Japan?

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    How does MediFind rank Spinocerebellar Ataxia 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia doctor search results page. 

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

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spinocerebellar Ataxia 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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