| 10:00 | Sign in at the clinic reception desk | |
| 10:30 - 12:00 | Anesthesia / Surgery (The surgery usually takes about 30 min.) | |
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Rest in a private room | |
| 13:00 - 13:30 | Drink water and take a light meal | |
| 13:30 | Examination by doctors : Surgeon, Anesthesiologist | |
| 14:00 | Leave the clinic | |
Number of visits for cured
At least once
Opening Hours
Tue-Sat.
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location
30min. from Airport(Haneda)
About Us
We specialize in the treatment of hernias, particularly abdominal hernias in adults. The clinic was established in April 2022 under the leadership of Dr. Okamura and Dr. Kurosaki. We currently perform over 12 surgeries per week and more than 50 per month as outpatient procedures. All surgeries are performed using laparoscopy.
About Us
We specialize in the treatment of hernias, particularly abdominal hernias in adults. The clinic was established in April 2022 under the leadership of Dr. Okamura and Dr. Kurosaki. We currently perform over 12 surgeries per week and more than 50 per month as outpatient procedures. All surgeries are performed using laparoscopy.
What We Do：Minimally-Invasive Surgery
Rather than the large incisions of traditional surgery that take longer to heal, we perform minimally-invasive laparoscopic surgeries through small incisions only 5mm (¼”) long. All surgeries are performed as outpatient procedures.
Where We Are：1min. from Shimbashi Station, the center of Tokyo capital
Shimbashi DAY Clinic is conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from JR Shimbashi Station, approximately 30 minutes from Haneda Airport, and around 60 minutes from Narita Airport. It’s ideally situated for sightseeing in Tokyo, being close to areas like Ginza and Asakusa, and is also near the business hubs of Marunouchi and Toranomon.
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Surgeries a year
We’ve completed a lot of hernia treatment procedures and helped countless patients get back to their ideal lifestyle.
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Surgeries are Outpatient
You’ll be able to go home the same day of surgery to begin your recovery and get back to your normal daily life.
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Surgeons have performed
Every physician has conducted more than 1,000 laparoscopic surgeries. They are proficient in addressing complex cases.
Hernia Surgical Repair & Techniques
At Shimbashi DAY Clinic
Inguinal hernia is the most common type of hernia. This type may occur in one or both sides of the body and is common in men than women.
At Shinbashi DAY Clinic, patients can complete their treatments in a comfortable environment with minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries performed by specialized surgeons, and general anesthesia administered by anesthesiologists. During the surgery, anesthesiologists provide a nerve block injection in the abdominal area, significantly reducing post-operative pain.
Outpatient Surgery
Outpatient surgery allows the patient to undergo a procedure without hospitalization and return home on the same day. The time spent in the clinic is minimized, enabling the patient to resume their normal routine quickly. This approach has minimal impact on work commitments and household responsibilities. As the duration of the clinic stay is short, the overall costs are also relatively lower. Patients can recover in the comfort of their own homes, reducing the psychological stress often associated with hospital stays. Such treatment is especially beneficial for working individuals, parents of young children, and international travelers (Short-term visitors to Japan).
Minimally-Invasive Surgery
Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is a contemporary surgical technique that uses small incisions instead of large ones typical in traditional surgeries. Through these incisions, surgeons insert specialized instruments and cameras to guide the procedure. Benefits of MIS include reduced scarring, less postoperative pain, quicker recovery, and a lower risk of infection. Many procedures, from gallbladder removal to hernia repairs, now utilize this approach. Specialized training is essential for surgeons to effectively perform MIS, as they operate based on camera-generated images. In short, MIS offers patients a safer, faster-recovery surgical option with minimal scarring.
Pain relief
For laparoscopic surgeries, conduction anesthesia is essential to enhance patient comfort. While general anesthesia is the primary method, our clinic combines it with a block injection to optimize post-operative pain relief. This block injection, applied at two specific sites on each side of the abdomen, disrupts pain signals from the surgical sites and peritoneum to the brain. Levobupivacaine is the local anesthetic of choice for this, providing pain relief for an average of nine hours post-surgery. Its ability to remain in targeted body compartments ensures prolonged pain relief from minimal doses. In contrast, anesthetics like lidocaine and bupivacaine, which last approximately 2-3 hours, are not the primary choices for post-operative pain management in this context.
General Anesthesia
Laparoscopic surgery for inguinal hernia mandates general anesthesia. In the operating room, patients are connected to monitors and provided oxygen through a mask. An intravenous drug induces unconsciousness, and a laryngeal mask assists breathing. Patients don’t recall the surgery upon awakening. Brainwave monitoring ensures optimal anesthesia depth. To allow same-day discharge, inhalation anesthetics are avoided in favor of intravenous ones. Muscle relaxants are counteracted post-surgery with sugammadex, ensuring no lingering effects. Only ultra-short-acting analgesics, such as remifentanil, are used, avoiding post-operative narcotic residues.
Hernia Surgery Process
An example of the schedule for outpatient surgery
Day 1
Day 2
An example of the schedule for surgery
An example of the schedule for surgery
| 10:00 | Sign in at the clinic reception desk | |
| 10:30 - 12:00 | Anesthesia / Surgery (The surgery usually takes about 30 min.) | |
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Rest in a private room | |
| 13:00 - 13:30 | Drink water and take a light meal | |
| 13:30 | Examination by doctors : Surgeon, Anesthesiologist | |
| 14:00 | Leave the clinic | |
Day 3
Our Characteristics
Short Stay Outpatient Surgery
treatment to be finished in around four hours, allowing you to return home afterwards.
With minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery and specialized anesthesia tailored for outpatient procedures, we can treat inguinal hernias in about four hours, allowing patients to return home the same day. This quick turnaround is especially appreciated by those on a short-term visit, as it minimally impacts their other schedules.
- You may shower starting from the day of surgery.
- Bathing in a bathtub is permitted from the next day onwards.
- There is no need to disinfect the wound.
- There are no dietary restrictions after the surgery. You may consume alcohol starting from the day after the surgery.
- You can return to work or school the day after surgery.
- While there are no restrictions on general activities such as travel and going out, vigorous exercise and lifting heavy objects are prohibited for two weeks following the surgery.
Support For Inbound Tourists
One-stop service for short-term visitors to Japan
We offer a wide range of support for foreign nationals who are in Japan for a short-term visit, whether for the purpose of inguinal hernia treatment as part of medical tourism or for those who wish to undergo treatment while here for sightseeing. By partnering with local travel agencies, we specifically address the following concerns and support your stay and treatment in Japan :
- Arrangement of domestic and international flight tickets
- Booking of accommodations and hotels
- Arranging chauffeured transfers between airport, clinic, hotel, etc.
- Arranging for medical interpreters
- Organizing various sightseeing tours
- Arranging private jet services
- House call services to your hotel of stay
- Physician or nurse accompaniment service for postoperative sightseeing or business engagements
" Omotenashi "
Japanese Warm Hospitality
We understand that staying abroad for treatment can be filled with anxiety. At Shinbashi DAY Clinic, you will have complete privacy as no other patients will be allowed in during your treatment. Our entire staff is dedicated to supporting you with the warm hospitality unique to Japanese culture “Omotenashi” throughout your visit.
- Private service during your stay
- You will not encounter any other patients from your arrival until your departure
- All services are custom-tailored for each patient
Meet our doctor
Our specialists are committed to providing smooth and comprehensive treatment for inguinal hernia.
Dr. Kurosaki Tetsuya
General Surgeon
Shimbashi DAY Clinic Chief Surgeon
Japanese Society for Endoscopic Surgery Technical Certified Physician
After completing his clinical fellowship at the University of Strasbourg’s IRCAD (Institute for Research into Cancer of the Digestive System) and EITS (European Institute of Telesurgery) in France, he returned to Japan. Subsequently, he held various positions, including the Head of Day Surgery at Yotsuya Medical Cube, Chief of Surgery at Itabashi Chuo General Hospital, and Director of the Laparoscopic Surgery Center, before taking on his current role. He has successfully performed over 1,000 surgeries and has spearheaded numerous laparoscopic surgery workshops in both France and Japan. With a deep expertise in diagnosing and treating abdominal hernia conditions, including inguinal hernias, he places a strong emphasis on practical clinical guidance and fostering the next generation of surgeons. Additionally, he holds a pivotal role in the academic organization ‘Tokyo Hernia Academy.’
Dr. Okamura Masayuki
Anesthesiologist
Shimbashi DAY Clinic Director
Japan Specialist Organization Certified Anesthesiologist
After graduating from the National University of Yamanashi, he received training in general anesthesia, cardiac surgery anesthesia, and intensive care at both Yokohama City University and the National Cardiovascular Research Center. Following his service as an anesthesiologist and intensive care physician in hospitals with large-scale operating rooms, he founded the Shinbashi DAY Clinic in April 2022 and assumed the position of director. Since 2020, through his involvement in anesthesia for outpatient surgeries at specialized facilities, he has deepened his appreciation for the essential role that anesthesiologists play in day surgeries. Consequently, he has been passionately educating the upcoming generation of anesthesiologists on this critical aspect.
Laparoscopic
Specialists
We have a total of four laparoscopic surgery specialists and three anesthesiology experts on staff. Each physicians has experience performing over 1,000 surgeries, and they are capable of handling complex cases, including bilateral inguinal hernias.
Dr. Suzuki Junichi
General Surgeon
Dr. Suzuki Junpei
General Surgeon
Dr. Arai Takashi
General Surgeon
Get Your Hernia Treated
Quickly.
Shimbashi DAY Clinic
While our staff are dedicated to providing the best service possible, please be advised that we may not all be fluent in English or other languages. We respectfully ask for your understanding and to avoid phone calls in languages other than Japanese.
Opening Hours
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