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Cleft fellowship
in Japan.

4 source-led programme profiles in Japan, at 4 institutions. Cleft lip and palate surgery within multidisciplinary care. Compare formats, application status and official sources before applying.

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Programme list

Cleft programmes in Japan

Programmes with an upcoming cycle are listed first. Listings do not establish current vacancies.

  1. Chiba University Hospital — Advanced Plastic Surgery TrainingChiba University Hospital · Chiba, JapanHybrid clinical and research · Programme listed — intake not confirmed · Source reviewed 15 Oct 2026
  2. Iwate Medical University Hospital — Plastic Surgery ObservershipIwate Medical University Hospital · Yahaba, Iwate, JapanObservership · Programme listed — intake not confirmed · Source reviewed 15 Oct 2026
  3. Jichi Medical University Hospital — Plastic Surgery ObservershipJichi Medical University Hospital · Shimotsuke, Tochigi, JapanObservership · Programme listed — intake not confirmed · Source reviewed 15 Oct 2026
  4. Tokai University School of Medicine — Plastic Surgery ObservershipTokai University School of Medicine · Isehara, Kanagawa, JapanObservership · Programme listed — intake not confirmed · Source reviewed 15 Oct 2026

By city

Cleft fellowship cities in Japan

Chiba1 programmeIsehara, Kanagawa1 programmeShimotsuke, Tochigi1 programmeYahaba, Iwate1 programme

Cleft elsewhere

Cleft fellowships in other countries

United States54 programmesCanada5 programmesAustralia2 programmesBrazil2 programmesIndia2 programmesTaiwan2 programmesThailand2 programmes

Training in Japan

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Frequently asked questions
How many cleft fellowships are listed in Japan?

PlasticFellow currently lists 4 source-backed cleft programme profiles in Japan, hosted by 4 institutions in 4 cities. This is a verified directory of documented routes, not a complete census of every training opportunity.

What types of cleft training are available in Japan?

Listed formats: observership (3), hybrid clinical and research (1). Observerships and short courses do not grant hands-on operating rights; check each profile for the supervised role it describes.

Are these cleft fellowships recruiting now?

0 of these profiles list an upcoming application cycle, 0 show a passed deadline and 4 have no confirmed intake. Confirm current vacancies, dates and eligibility with the official source linked on each profile.

Can international surgeons apply for cleft fellowships in Japan?

Eligibility differs by host. Medical registration, language, visa and supervision rules decide whether a visiting surgeon can operate. Each profile states what its official source publishes about international applicants; confirm directly with the programme before applying.

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