Nagata Ophthalmology
About
Nagata Eye Clinic is an ophthalmology specialty clinic located in Kita Ward, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. Founded in 2004 when the current director, Dr. Atsushi Nagata, succeeded his father, the clinic has served as a community-rooted ophthalmology practice across two generations, earning long-standing trust from local residents. In addition to the director, Dr. Shiho Yuasa serves as a full-time physician, and the clinic offers specialized outpatient services including a glaucoma clinic (once a month) and plastic surgery consultations and procedures (twice a month), addressing a wide range of ophthalmic needs. Wednesdays and Thursdays are designated as surgery days, with specialists brought in as needed. A notable feature of the clinic is its policy of accepting emergency patients only when a physician is on-site during late-night hours on Mondays through Saturdays (8 PM to 2 AM) and on Sundays and public holidays — a practice that reflects the director's medical philosophy that "illness does not take a day off." English-language support is available, making the clinic accessible to patients who require communication in languages other than Japanese. The clinic is equipped with a parking lot and is designed to be barrier-free, ensuring a comfortable visit for elderly patients and those with physical disabilities.
