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Welcome to Kyoto Osteopathy Center OQ
We offer osteopathic treatment and physical therapy in central Kyoto for English-speaking visitors, residents, and travellers. Whether you’re dealing with pain from long flights, walking the city, a chronic condition, or injury — we’re here to help.
Our clinic is a 2-minute walk from Hankyu Omiya Station (one stop from Shijo-Karasuma). We’re open most days of the week.
Our Practitioners
Yusuke Sakata BSc(Ost) — Osteopath · Clinic Director · 1st Floor
Yusuke holds a Bachelor of Science in Osteopathy (BSc Ost) from Swansea University, UK — one of the very few practitioners in Japan with a full European osteopathic degree. With over 20 years of experience, he has studied and practised in more than 10 countries, bringing a rich global perspective to his work. He is the only Asian practitioner to have completed the full 5-year EVOST programme (Evolutionary Medicine in Osteopathy Field — a postgraduate programme integrating evolutionary medicine with osteopathic practice).
He treats a wide range of conditions across all ages — from newborns to elderly patients — including:
- Chronic and complex pain
- Headaches, dizziness, and cranial osteopathy
- Pregnancy and postpartum care
- Paediatric osteopathy (infants and children)
- Developmental concerns in children
- Respiratory and visceral conditions
- Sports and acute injuries
Yusuke is fluent in English and has extensive experience working with international patients.
📞 +81-75-822-3003 |
📧 o_q403@mac.com |
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Hours: Monday–Saturday (closed Sundays and public holidays)
Sota Omura P.T. — Physical Therapist · Co-Director · 2nd Floor
Sota is a licensed Physical Therapist with over 10 years of experience and a Master’s degree in Health Science. He has worked in acute hospital settings, orthopaedic clinics, and home-visit rehabilitation. His approach is gentle and evidence-informed.
His areas of focus include:
- Post-stroke rehabilitation
- Knee and hip conditions (including post joint-replacement surgery)
- Lower back pain and sciatica
- Gait training and walking improvement
- Foot care and custom insoles
Sota’s English is still developing, but he communicates effectively using translation tools and clear gestures. We recommend contacting him by message or email for smoother communication.
📧 omura.seitai@gmail.com |
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Hours: Most weekdays and Sundays (closed Saturdays)
Clinic Hours & Availability
Because our two practitioners have different schedules, the clinic is open almost every day of the week.
| Practitioner | Available | Closed |
|---|---|---|
| Yusuke Sakata | Mon – Sat | Sun & Public Holidays |
| Sota Omura | Most weekdays & Sun | Sat |
Schedules may occasionally change. Please check current availability when booking online.
What to Expect
Your first session is about 60 minutes. We start with a careful history and physical assessment before any hands-on treatment. We’ll explain what we find and what we’re planning to do — in plain English.
Treatment is gentle. We don’t use aggressive spinal manipulation as a default. When clinically appropriate and with your explicit consent, we may use high-velocity techniques — but most of our work involves soft tissue, joint mobilisation, and functional approaches.
We also give you practical home exercises where relevant, so you’re not entirely dependent on coming back.
Fees
Director Yusuke
| Session | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation & treatment | 60 min | ¥14,300 |
| Follow-up treatment | 40 min | ¥11,000 |
Co-Director Sota
| Session | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| First visit osteopathic treatment | 60 min | ¥11,000 |
| Second visit and beyond | 40 min | ¥8,500 |
Treatment at our clinic is private (self-pay) — it is not covered by Japanese public health insurance (国民健康保険). We can issue an official receipt, which may be used for reimbursement through private travel insurance or expat health insurance plans.
Payment
We accept a wide range of payment options. Payment is due at the end of your session.
- Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, etc.)
- IC cards (Suica, PASMO, etc.)
- Mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay, QR code, etc.)
- Cash (Japanese yen only)
Location
Kyoto Osteopathy Center OQ
466 Shichikencho, Nakagyo-ku,
Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu 604-8366, Japan
- 📍 2-minute walk from Hankyu Omiya Station
- One stop from Shijo-Karasuma (Hankyu Kyoto Line)
- Approx. 10 minutes by taxi from Kyoto Station
Two separate entrances:
- 🏠 Yusuke (1F) — Enter from the front entrance
- 🏠 Sota (2F) — Enter from the side entrance and use the stairs
Reviews from International Patients
Adapted from Google reviews. Results vary between individuals.
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Questions? Contact us:
📞 +81-75-822-3003
📧 o_q403@mac.com
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