Hosaka Psycho-Oncology Clinic
About
Located in Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Hosaka Psycho-Oncology Clinic is a psychiatric clinic specializing in psychological care for cancer patients and their families. Director Takashi Hosaka graduated from Keio University School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to the development of liaison psychiatry, playing a key role in founding the Japanese Society of General Hospital Psychiatry in 1988. After studying in the United States, he became a pioneer in psycho-oncology in Japan. As a professor at St. Luke's International University, he helped establish the Psycho-Oncology Department at St. Luke's International Hospital. Drawing on his extensive experience and expertise, he provides attentive care, working with patients and families facing anxiety, emotional conflict, and psychological distress associated with cancer diagnosis and treatment, helping them regain a sense of normalcy in their lives. Consultations are primarily offered on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings. The clinic is fully equipped with barrier-free facilities, ensuring a comfortable environment for patients with physical limitations.
