Murakami Kodomo Clinic
About
Murakami Children's Clinic, located in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, has been a community-rooted pediatric specialist clinic supporting the health of children since its founding in 1998. One of the clinic's distinguishing features is its deep ties to local healthcare, with the director also serving as a school physician within the city. In 2010, the clinic expanded to include sick-child daycare services, providing broader support for child-rearing in the community and serving as a reliable resource for working parents. The clinic's medical philosophy emphasizes avoiding unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions for viral illnesses such as colds, instead carefully selecting medications tailored to each patient's individual condition — practicing thoughtful medicine that avoids over-medication. As a father of four children himself, the director approaches consultations with a perspective grounded in real-life parenting experience, and places great importance on creating an atmosphere where parents feel comfortable raising any concerns. Consultations are available in a two-session format (morning and afternoon) on weekdays and Saturdays, with English-language support also provided. The facility features a parking lot and is fully barrier-free, making it easily accessible for families with young children.
