English-Speaking Clinics in Kasuga

A Dedicated Breast Care Clinic Backed by Over 21 Years of Experience and Board-Certified Specialists

Shiramizu Breast Clinic has devoted itself exclusively to breast medicine for more than 21 years since its founding. Our clinic is staffed by breast disease specialists certified by the Japanese Breast Cancer Society, and in 2025, we were newly recognized as an accredited institution by the Japanese Breast Cancer Society. Mammography screening is performed in an environment where both the facility and imaging quality have received official accreditation. We also remain actively engaged in academic endeavors, having submitted presentations to both the 32nd and 33rd Annual Scientific Meetings of the Japanese Breast Cancer Society.

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A Patient-Centered Care Environment with State-of-the-Art Equipment and an Appointment-Priority System

In June 2024, we upgraded our ultrasound equipment to the latest technology, further enhancing the precision of our diagnostic capabilities. Mammography screening is conducted under a system accredited for both facility standards and imaging quality. By operating on an appointment-priority basis, we are committed to minimizing patient waiting times. Special consideration is extended to patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding, ensuring that each individual receives care tailored to her particular circumstances. We are also actively advancing healthcare digital transformation initiatives throughout our practice.

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Comprehensive Screening Programs and Our Commitment to Making Breast Care Accessible

Our clinic offers three types of screening: municipal screenings provided by Kasuga City, coupon-based screenings, and self-pay screenings. To help your appointment proceed as smoothly as possible, we kindly ask that you let us know in advance about any symptoms you may be experiencing. We also encourage scheduling an appointment prior to your visit, as this helps significantly reduce waiting times. Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding are welcome to inform us at the time of booking so that we may make the appropriate accommodations. As a clinic dedicated exclusively to breast care, we are here to address any concerns or questions you may have about your breast health with thorough and compassionate attention.

Comprehensive Orthopedic Care and Rehabilitation for Patients of All Ages

We provide care for a wide range of orthopedic conditions affecting patients of all ages, from children to the elderly, including neck and shoulder stiffness, lower back pain, numbness and tingling, sports injuries, and osteoporosis. We also offer musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and our physical therapists lead regular Pilates classes held three times a month (on Saturdays and Wednesdays). Each session focuses on a rotating theme — such as proper abdominal muscle engagement, breathing techniques, posture correction for rounded backs, and core strengthening — and is open to individuals who have not previously visited our clinic. We also perform bone age assessment using the Tanner-Whitehouse 2 (TW2) method for children in elementary through high school.

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Advanced Diagnostic Equipment and the Practice of Community-Integrated Medicine

Our guiding philosophy is “medicine rooted in the community.” We take the time to listen carefully to each patient’s concerns and provide a clear explanation of a treatment plan tailored to their individual needs. To support accurate diagnosis, our clinic is equipped with a flat-panel digital X-ray system, diagnostic ultrasound imaging, electromyography (EMG) and evoked potential testing equipment, and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) for bone density measurement. Our rehabilitation equipment has been personally tested and evaluated by our clinic director, and our staff provides individualized support to every patient throughout their recovery.

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Free On-Site Parking Available — Feel Free to Visit with the Whole Family

Our clinic offers free on-site parking, so patients who come by car can visit with ease. You can also conveniently sign up for or inquire about our Pilates classes via LINE. If you have any concerns or worries about your health, please do not hesitate to reach out — there is no need to endure discomfort on your own. We will listen attentively to your symptoms and work with you to explain a treatment plan suited to your specific needs. Our goal is to be a clinic that every member of your family feels comfortable visiting.

Insurance-Covered and Cosmetic Dermatology Care by a Female Dermatologist and Allergist

Our clinic is led by a female physician who holds a doctoral degree in medicine along with dual board certifications in dermatology and allergology. Insurance-covered care is available for a broad range of skin conditions and allergic disorders, including atopic dermatitis, urticaria, and acne. For cosmetic concerns such as hair thinning, hair loss, age spots, and wrinkles, private self-pay treatments are also offered. No appointment is required, so please feel free to visit us whenever a symptom or concern arises. We are honored to have earned the long-standing trust of patients throughout our local community.

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Thorough Explanations and a Step-by-Step Approach for Treatment You Can Feel Confident About

Our clinical philosophy is centered on clear communication and ensuring that every patient fully understands and consents to their treatment plan. For allergy care, we identify causative allergens through blood tests and patch testing, then guide each patient through a carefully structured process — from allergen elimination to complete skin recovery. We take the time to listen to each individual’s concerns and move forward with treatment only when the patient feels genuinely informed and at ease. Please note that payment is accepted in cash only; kindly confirm this prior to your visit.

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No Appointment Needed — Easy Access Whenever You Have a Concern

Our clinic welcomes walk-in patients with no appointment required. Patient registration is accepted until 12:00 noon for morning consultations and until 5:00 PM for afternoon consultations. If you are experiencing skin trouble or allergy-related symptoms, we encourage you to come in early — ideally as soon as you first notice something is not right. Guided by our belief that patients should never hesitate to seek help, we have continued to build lasting relationships of trust with members of our local community. Please do not hesitate to drop by at your convenience.

Same-Day Endoscopy with Comprehensive Preventive Care and a Smoking Cessation Clinic

Our physicians, with specialized expertise in gastroenterology, perform upper gastrointestinal endoscopy — available on the same day as your visit — as well as colonoscopy, including polypectomy. We offer a broad range of services, from routine health checkups and various vaccinations to private (out-of-pocket) treatments such as placenta injections and vitamin infusions, along with a dedicated smoking cessation clinic. Our staff is committed to greeting every patient with a warm and welcoming manner, fostering an environment where first-time visitors feel at ease seeking care.

Community-Centered Comprehensive Primary Care with Advanced Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Facilities

With the goal of becoming a familiar and trusted medical resource in the local community, we provide comprehensive care spanning general internal medicine, gastroenterology, health screenings, rehabilitation, and preventive medicine. Our clinic is fully equipped with diagnostic technology, including X-ray, electrocardiography (ECG), ultrasonography, and rapid blood testing. We also maintain a range of rehabilitation equipment — including traction devices, therapeutic water beds, low-frequency electrotherapy units, and thermotherapy devices — to address the diverse healthcare needs of our patients.

Conveniently Located in Kasuga City with Parking for 30 Vehicles

Our clinic is situated within Sukukita Clinic Mall in Sukukita, Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture. We are approximately 15 minutes on foot from Nishitetsu Ijiri Station and about 10 minutes from the Matoba Nichome bus stop. A large on-site parking lot accommodating up to 30 vehicles is available, and we are easily accessible by car — approximately 5 minutes from both the Nodame and Itazuke interchanges on the urban expressway. Our entire staff is dedicated to serving as a familiar and welcoming presence in the community. Should you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

A Respiratory and Allergy Specialty Clinic Backed by Extensive Board Certifications

Dr. Hiroyuki Sakai, the clinic director, holds four academic society board certifications — in General Internal Medicine (certified by the Japanese Society of Internal Medicine, a highly competitive qualification attained by only 10.2% of internists), Allergology, Asthma, and Respiratory Medicine — as well as a Ph.D. in Medicine, and serves as a designated physician for intractable diseases. The clinic provides comprehensive care for a broad spectrum of conditions, including bronchial asthma, chronic cough, COPD, pollinosis, and allergic rhinitis, as well as lifestyle-related diseases such as hypertension and diabetes mellitus, along with a smoking cessation program covered by health insurance.

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Compassionate, Patient-Centered Care Within a Thoroughly Infection-Controlled Environment

Treatment is tailored to each individual patient’s condition based on international bronchial asthma guidelines. The clinic is equipped with eight Plasmacluster ion generators, diatomaceous earth-infused plaster walls, and a 24-hour mechanical ventilation system to uphold rigorous infection control standards. The fever and upper respiratory illness clinic operates on a strict appointment-only basis, with dedicated isolation rooms and separated patient flow pathways to prevent healthcare-associated infections. Diagnostic equipment for asthma and COPD — including a fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) analyzer and a spirometer — is also available on-site.

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Your Neighborhood Primary Care Clinic, Minutes from Nishitetsu and JR Kasuga Stations, with Free On-Site Parking

The clinic is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from Nishitetsu Kasugabaru Station and a 2-minute walk from JR Kasuga Station. Free parking for approximately 10 vehicles is available at the rear of the building, making the clinic equally accessible by car. Dr. Sakai’s philosophy is to serve as a welcoming neighborhood physician where patients can feel free to come with any health concern. As a board-certified general internist, he is able to manage conditions that span multiple medical specialties under one roof, sparing patients the burden of visiting several different healthcare facilities.

Comprehensive Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Care Led by a Board-Certified Spine and Spinal Cord Surgery Specialist

Dr. Yoshikazu Saita, the clinic director, is a board-certified spine and spinal cord surgery specialist and supervising physician with deep expertise in spinal disorders. Beyond general orthopedic care, the clinic offers a broad range of services encompassing rehabilitation medicine, rheumatology, and postpartum care. Patients receive a seamless continuum of support — from diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and, when surgical intervention is required, coordinated care through our network of affiliated medical institutions. A dedicated team of physical therapists is on staff, providing each patient with an individualized therapeutic exercise program, reflecting our commitment to collaborative, multidisciplinary medicine.

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Shared Decision-Making in Treatment Planning, Backed by Comprehensive Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Facilities

Many conditions that are too easily dismissed as “just part of aging” or assumed to resolve on their own can, in fact, be meaningfully improved with accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Guided by this conviction, our director takes the time to engage in thorough, open dialogue with each patient and works collaboratively to reach a treatment plan that the patient can genuinely understand and accept. The clinic is equipped with a full range of diagnostic tools — including X-ray, ultrasound, and bone densitometry — alongside state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment. A dedicated children’s play area is also available, so patients with young children can visit with complete peace of mind.

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A Conveniently Located Clinic with Flexible Appointment Options and Real-Time Wait Time Updates

The clinic is situated directly in front of the Nishitetsu Bus “Soori Icchome” stop, offering excellent access by public transportation. Approximately 20 complimentary parking spaces are available on-site for patients arriving by car. A dispensing pharmacy is located just steps from the clinic entrance for added convenience. Appointments can be booked by phone, through our website, or via LINE, and the current number of patients waiting can be checked in real time on our website or official LINE account. Whatever symptoms you may be experiencing, please do not hesitate to reach out — we are here to help.

Comprehensive Care — From General Medicine to Specialty Treatment and Fever Clinic

Built on a strong foundation of general internal medicine, our clinic offers a broad spectrum of services including cardiology, diabetology, allergology, Kampo (traditional Japanese herbal medicine), menopausal disorder management, and male androgenetic alopecia (AGA) treatment. On-site rapid antigen testing is available for COVID-19, influenza, Group A Streptococcus, adenovirus, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Our fever clinic accepts walk-in patients at any time — no appointment necessary. Additionally, Thursday afternoons are dedicated to home visits and house-call consultations, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community.

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Compassionate, Personalized Care Through Meaningful Dialogue

Our guiding philosophy is: “With wholehearted medicine, we walk alongside the unique story of every patient.” We take the time to listen attentively to each patient through in-depth conversation, providing individualized diagnosis and treatment tailored to their needs. Test results, treatment plans, and medication details are explained in clear, accessible language, because we believe that understanding and peace of mind are just as important as the care itself. From reception to consultation, our team is committed to greeting every patient with a warm smile and genuine kindness — striving to be a clinic where people leave feeling truly glad they came.

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Our Promise to the Community as Your Trusted Family Doctor

From vaccinations to lifestyle disease counseling, we serve as the community’s primary care physician — supporting the health of patients across all generations. If you have a fever or feel unwell, please do not hesitate to visit us at any time, without an appointment. As we believe, “Sharing even the smallest concern with us helps create a warm, reassuring medical environment where every patient feels safe.” True to those words, we remain dedicated to walking alongside each patient, growing together with the community we are proud to serve.

A Community-Rooted Clinic Providing Same-Day Outpatient Surgery for a Wide Range of Eye Conditions

Our clinic offers same-day outpatient surgery for a broad spectrum of ophthalmic conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, ptosis, and epiphora. Thursdays are reserved exclusively for surgical procedures, providing a calm and focused environment entirely separate from routine outpatient care. To help alleviate pre-operative anxiety, we have introduced nitrous oxide sedation, allowing even the most apprehensive patients to undergo surgery with greater peace of mind. Beyond clinical care, our clinic director actively participates in community health outreach, delivering free public lectures on ophthalmology at local community centers.

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Advanced Diagnostic Equipment and Clear Communication for a Reassuring Patient Experience

We are committed to the continuous enhancement of our diagnostic capabilities, including the introduction of the Optos ultra-widefield scanning laser ophthalmoscope (installed in December 2023) and an upgraded visual field testing environment designed for improved patient comfort (established in September 2025). During consultations, we prioritize straightforward, jargon-free explanations so that each patient can develop a sound understanding of their condition. Guided by our conviction that early detection is essential, we actively encourage patients to seek prompt evaluation for symptoms such as blurred vision, glare, eyelid heaviness, and visual field defects.

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Twenty On-Site Parking Spaces and Convenient Transit Access — A Clinic You Can Visit Without Hesitation

Our clinic offers 20 on-site parking spaces and is accessible via multiple bus lines, including community bus services. Returning patients may schedule appointments through our online booking system; please note that this service is not available for first-time visits. If you are experiencing any concerning symptoms — such as blurred vision, glare, eyelid heaviness, or watery eyes — we strongly encourage you to consult with us as soon as possible. We look forward to welcoming you to Takimoto Eye Clinic in Kasuga City.

Patient-Friendly Endoscopy and a Comprehensive Range of Medical Specialties

Our clinic has introduced an ultra-thin endoscope with a 5.9 mm diameter, making transnasal endoscopy — a procedure performed through the nasal passage — available to our patients. Sedation-assisted endoscopy is also offered for those who prefer a more comfortable experience, and urgent cases are accommodated flexibly following prior consultation. The clinic additionally houses a dedicated respiratory medicine outpatient service for conditions such as asthma, COPD, and sleep apnea, along with a smoking cessation clinic. Our clinic director, drawing on extensive experience in both surgery and internal medicine, provides care across a broad spectrum of conditions, including gastrointestinal diseases, breast disorders, and anorectal conditions.

The “Total Care” Philosophy and Our In-House Medical Aesthetic Salon

Guided by the “Total Care” philosophy at the heart of our clinic’s name, we are committed to providing well-rounded care that addresses each patient across three dimensions: physical health, inner wellness, and mental well-being. We practice individualized medicine, offering treatment plans thoughtfully tailored to the unique needs of every patient. Our clinic also features an in-house medical aesthetic salon, giving life to our “Three-Side Beauty” concept — a seamless integration of medical care and aesthetic services provided under one roof.

Supporting Community Health Screenings and Becoming a Clinic You Can Rely On

We conduct specific health checkups — including metabolic syndrome screening — as well as general health examinations for residents of Kasuga City, Onojo City, Dazaifu City, and Nakagawa City, fulfilling our role as an accessible medical institution dedicated to safeguarding the health of the local community. Our clinic director, Dr. Hiromitsu Baba, is guided by the philosophy of “providing healthcare that promotes the well-being of the community and proposing treatments tailored to the individual needs of each patient.” With this commitment, he delivers thoughtful, attentive care each day, with the goal of becoming a clinic that everyone in the community can truly rely on.

30 Years of Obstetric and Gynecological Care in Kasuga, Fukuoka — Around-the-Clock Delivery Services

Jono Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic is a trusted medical institution with 30 years of experience serving the community of Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Our 24-hour care system ensures that deliveries are managed with full support even during evenings and holidays, giving mothers peace of mind when labor begins at any hour. We offer a wide range of prenatal services, including dental checkups and oral care for expectant mothers, maternity preparation classes, and prenatal Pilates, as well as thorough postpartum follow-up through two-week newborn checkups and a dedicated mothers’ consultation service. We have also introduced a system that allows patients to view their prenatal ultrasound videos at any time from a smartphone, tablet, or computer.

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Whole-Person Care and a Comprehensive Support System for the Mind and Body

The clinic’s guiding philosophy is: “We want to protect the physical and emotional well-being of mothers and their babies — here in this community, for years to come.” We are dedicated to supporting the holistic health of pregnant and postpartum women by combining evidence-based medical care with genuine human warmth. Our obstetrics services include prenatal checkups, midwife consultations, and breastfeeding support clinics, while our gynecology department offers a broad spectrum of care encompassing infertility consultations, menopause clinics, and oral contraceptive counseling, among others. During inpatient stays, patients are also treated to a specially curated celebratory meal that changes monthly, prepared with careful attention to both nutritional balance and presentation.

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A Community Clinic in Kasuga City, Walking Alongside Mothers Through Every Step of Pregnancy and Childbirth

Consultation hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (closed on Wednesdays, Sundays, and public holidays, except for emergencies). Visiting hours are from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. We are wholeheartedly committed to providing attentive support, genuine warmth, and compassionate care to every mother facing the hopes and anxieties of pregnancy and childbirth, as well as to each new life she is about to welcome. For 30 years, we have remained a steadfast presence in this community, continuously working to create an environment where even first-time mothers can approach childbirth with confidence and peace of mind.