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Center for Immunology and Allergy

Allergy Care for a More Comfortable Everyday Life

At our center, we provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of allergies, starting from junior high school age and older.

We treat conditions such as:

  • Bronchial asthma
  • Urticaria(hives)
  • Food allergies
  • Allergic rhinitis

We also provide advanced therapies, such as sublingual and subcutaneous immunotherapy. Our commitment is to go beyond simple allergen avoidance—offering evidence-based treatments that empower patients to achieve long-term relief, greater comfort, and a better quality of everyday life.

Leading Expert

Dr.Kentaro Watai / Graduated from Kumamoto University (2010)

Director, Center for Immunology and Allergy

Education and Career History

2010: M.D., Faculty of Medicine, Kumamoto University, Japan
2010: Junior Resident, National Hospital Organization Sagamihara National Hospital, Japan
2012: Staff Physician, Department of Allergy and Respiratory Medicine, National Hospital Organization Sagamihara National Hospital, Japan
(2014–2018: Ph.D. in Medicine, Graduate School of Juntendo University, Japan)
2020: Chief Physician, Allergy Department, National Hospital Organization Sagamihara National Hospital, Japan
2022–Present: Visiting Researcher, Clinical Research Center, National Hospital Organization Sagamihara National Hospital, Japan
2022–Present: Director, Center for Immunology and Allergy, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Japan
2024–Present: Lecturer, Department of Preventive Medicine and Behavioral Science, Kindai University Faculty of Medicine, Japan

Kentaro Watai

Diagnostic Services

  • Comprehensive Allergy Assessment
    We investigate the causes of various allergic conditions using blood tests, skin prick tests, and outpatient challenge tests.
  • Respiratory Function Tests for Asthma
  • Support for Chemical Sensitivity
    While standardized testing methods are not yet established, we provide regular follow-up and monitoring for patients with chemical sensitivities.

Clinical Performance

Outpatient Visits in 2024 (cases)

Asthma 489
Food Allergy 68
Allergic Rhinitis 517
Chemical Sensitivity 427
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