Mifune Ophthalmology
About
Mifune Eye Clinic, located in Mifune Town, Kamimashiki District, Kumamoto Prefecture, is a medical facility providing community-based ophthalmological care. The clinic is equipped to support eye health across all age groups, from pediatric amblyopia and strabismus to glaucoma and cataracts in elderly patients. Operating hours are 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM on weekdays, and 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturdays. The clinic is closed on Thursdays, Sundays, and public holidays. As of April 2026, initial consultations for amblyopia and strabismus require appointments, including children flagged for re-examination during their 3-year-old health checkups. This appointment system aims to ensure smooth clinical operations and reduce waiting times. However, general eye symptoms such as redness, pain, or swelling can be treated without an appointment. The clinic features parking facilities and barrier-free accessibility, accommodating patients arriving by car or using wheelchairs. The waiting room provides magazines and children's picture books, creating a relaxed atmosphere for families with children. Many patients travel from distant areas such as Hitoyoshi and Amakusa, demonstrating the clinic's broad regional trust. The facility supports Online Identity Verification using My Number cards as health insurance cards, utilizing facial recognition card readers to enable data-driven healthcare and prescriptions based on past medical records. For patients with fever, car-side waiting examinations are offered as an infection control measure. English-speaking services are available, meeting diverse community needs. Through these initiatives, Mifune Eye Clinic serves as a vital healthcare resource for local residents' eye health.
