Okamoto Pediatrics Clinic
About
Okamoto Pediatric Clinic, located in Showa-machi, Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture, has been serving the local community since its founding in 1976, making it a clinic with nearly half a century of history in pediatric medicine. The clinic is currently led by second-generation director Dr. Ken Okamoto, a certified pediatric specialist recognized by the Japan Pediatric Society, who provides general pediatric care for children ranging from infants to junior and senior high school students. The clinic has extensive experience treating allergic conditions such as asthma, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, and food allergies, and also offers sublingual immunotherapy and EpiPen prescriptions. Dr. Okamoto holds qualifications as a "Children's Mental Health" consultant and is involved in ADHD treatment, providing care that addresses not only physical health but also mental well-being. Weekday hours are 9:00–12:00 and 15:00–18:00, with morning hours available on Saturdays; the clinic is closed on Sundays and public holidays. Routine and some optional vaccinations are available without prior appointment on the day of visit, and infant health checkup slots are offered on Tuesday afternoons. Reception opens as early as 6:30 AM, allowing patients to register before regular hours begin. Basic English assistance is available, and parking is provided on-site. The clinic strives for clear and attentive explanations in a relaxed atmosphere for children, and welcomes consultations not only about illness but also about growth, development, and child-rearing.
