# Deep Plane Facelift in Japan — 5 Listed Surgeons (2026)

> Machine-readable markdown mirror of https://deepplane.com/japan. Last built: 2026-11-14.
> License: CC BY 4.0 — Source: DEEPPLANE™ registry.

## Cost

- Procedure (surgeon + facility + anesthesia): $18,000–$24,000 USD
- Source: https://deepplane.com/deep-plane-facelift-cost (2026 canonical registry dataset, CC BY 4.0, machine-readable at https://deepplane.com/api/v1/cost-by-country.json)

## Top surgeons by DEEPPLANE™ Score

Ranking basis: the public DEEPPLANE™ Score (board certification, documented case evidence, verified review history) — identical order to the on-page roster at https://deepplane.com/japan.

1. Dr. Shigeru Uematsu — DEEPPLANE™ Score 26 — https://deepplane.com/surgeons/shigeru-uematsu
1. Dr. Kousuke Mogi — DEEPPLANE™ Score 14 — https://deepplane.com/surgeons/kousuke-mogi
1. Dr. Kenji Kuwazuru — DEEPPLANE™ Score 13 — https://deepplane.com/surgeons/kenji-kuwazuru
1. Dr. Shoichi Sasaki — DEEPPLANE™ Score 13 — https://deepplane.com/surgeons/shoichi-sasaki
1. Dr. Jiro Kataoka — DEEPPLANE™ Score 11 — https://deepplane.com/surgeons/jiro-kataoka

## Frequently asked questions

### Are Japanese Surgeons Qualified for Deep Plane Facelift?

Yes — Japanese plastic surgeons hold JSAPS or JSPRS certification, requiring a 6-year medical degree plus 5+ years of plastic surgery subspecialty training. Japanese surgeons are renowned for technical precision and conservative aesthetic philosophy that translates well to deep plane technique. Top specialists have international waiting lists of 6–12 months — see [deepplane.com/tokyo](https://deepplane.com/tokyo) for the full list.

### When Is the Best Time to Visit Japan for Surgery?

Mid-October through early December and mid-March through early May are optimal nationwide — mild temperatures with low humidity support comfortable recovery. Avoid the rainy season (tsuyu, June–early July), hot/humid summer (July–August), and typhoon-prone September. Cherry blossom season (late March–early April) is popular but books out 6+ months ahead — consider November for autumn foliage with easier scheduling.

### Do Japanese Surgeons Speak English?

English fluency varies — top international cosmetic clinics in Roppongi, Omotesandō, and Ginza employ English-speaking coordinators, but surgeon-patient communication often relies on translation. Japan-based medical tourism agencies provide professional medical translators for consultations, surgical planning, and follow-up. Translation apps (Pocketalk, Google Translate) are widely used and accepted in Japanese medical settings.

### How Much Does a Deep Plane Facelift Cost in Japan?

A deep plane facelift in Japan generally starts around $18,000, with published Japan ranges of $18,000–$24,000 covering surgeon, facility, and anesthesia fees. The exact figure depends on the surgeon's deep-plane case volume and your anatomy — get itemized quotes (surgeon fee 40–60%, facility 20–30%, anesthesia 10–15%, follow-up care) from 2–3 of the surgeons listed on this page and compare like for like.

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