Online consultations available nationwide, with home delivery across Japan.
International patients are very welcome. Customs certificates for returning travelers are also available.
✈️ Visiting Japan? The most reliable way to receive your medication during your stay is to apply online about 1 week before your hotel arrival and have it delivered directly to your hotel. See how it works →
- We use GLP-1 medications daily in our diabetes practice, giving us thorough knowledge of the drug’s properties, effects, and risks
- Comprehensive management of side effects (nausea, gastrointestinal symptoms). As internists, we can prescribe anti-nausea medication and additional treatments as needed
- Lifestyle disease values (blood sugar, blood pressure, lipids) monitored together
- Sleep apnea — a common obesity comorbidity — is also treated at this clinic
- We provide weight loss support with your overall health in mind, not just aesthetics
What Is Wegovy?
Wegovy (generic name: semaglutide 2.4mg) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist officially approved in Japan for obesity treatment in 2023. With once-weekly subcutaneous injections, the STEP 1 clinical trial (1,961 participants, 68 weeks) confirmed an average weight reduction of approximately 14.9%.
It acts directly on the brain’s satiety center to suppress appetite, physiologically creating a state where you feel less hungry and are satisfied with smaller portions — supporting weight loss without relying on willpower or strict dieting.
Who Is This Suitable For?
- Those seeking significant weight loss (10 kg or more)
- Those for whom other GLP-1 medications (Rybelsus, Ozempic, etc.) were insufficiently effective
- Those with BMI ≥ 27 with comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes, or dyslipidemia
- Those with BMI ≥ 35
- Those who want to minimize effort with a once-weekly injection
- Those who have repeatedly tried conventional diets without achieving lasting results
Who Cannot Use This Medication?
- Those with a history of pancreatitis
- Those with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN2
- Those who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding
- Those with a BMI below 18.5
- Those with severe gastrointestinal disorders
Common Side Effects
The most common side effects are gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, and constipation. Most resolve within 2–4 weeks after starting treatment. We can prescribe anti-nausea medication if needed.
| Side Effect | Frequency | Management |
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| Nausea | ~20–30% | Small frequent meals; anti-nausea medication |
| Diarrhea | ~10–20% | Hydration; intestinal regulators |
| Constipation | ~10–20% | Hydration, fiber, laxatives |
| Headache / fatigue | ~5–10% | Observation |
| Acute pancreatitis (rare) | <0.1% | Seek immediate medical attention for severe upper/back pain |
Pricing (Tax included, shipping extra)
Shipping: ¥2,500 flat (tax included), +¥800 for Kyushu / Okinawa / No returns / Payment: credit card or cash
Wegovy (semaglutide)
Ozempic (semaglutide)
Consultation Flow
💊 Consultation Fee
¥0 — You already know which medication and dosage you need
¥5,500 — You’d like to discuss medication choice, dosage, or your weight loss plan (English consultation)
🏥 In-person visit (Sapporo, Chuo Ward)
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Visit the clinic
No appointment necessary — walk in during clinic hours. - Consultation
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Payment & pickup
If the medication is available at the clinic, you can take it home right after payment.
※ If it is not available, we will order it promptly (ready the same day or on the next clinic day).
※ If you would prefer not to make a second visit, we recommend an online consultation.
🖥 Online consultation (nationwide)
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Booking
Book here.
Once complete, we will send you a consultation URL by email.
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Online consultation
No app required! Simply click the URL in your email.
Identity verification will be conducted via video call. (※ Based on Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare guidelines for online medical consultation.)
Please have a photo ID ready.
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Payment
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Delivery
After the online consultation, payment will be processed and we will ship to your specified address.
Home, office, or hotel — nationwide delivery available. International shipping not available.
* Depending on the results of the consultation, the physician may determine that the medication cannot be prescribed.
※ Customs certificates for returning travelers are available. ※ International shipping not available.
✈️ Visiting Japan?
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Apply online about 1 week before arrival
We order your medication as soon as we receive your application.
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Have it delivered to your hotel
Please notify your hotel in advance and provide the name used for your hotel reservation.
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Track or schedule your delivery
We will email you the Yamato tracking number after shipment.
Please note: We do not reserve medication for future in-clinic pickup. Allowing extra time is recommended because typhoons, heavy snow, or temporary wholesaler stock shortages may occasionally delay delivery. See the full delivery schedule →
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q. Is health insurance accepted?
- When used for weight loss without a diagnosis of diabetes, treatment is self-pay (private). Patients diagnosed with diabetes may be eligible for insurance coverage.
- Q. How much weight can I expect to lose?
- In the STEP 1 clinical trial, an average of approximately 14.9% weight loss was confirmed. For a person weighing 80 kg, that equates to approximately 12 kg. Individual results may vary.
- Q. How does Wegovy compare to Mounjaro?
- Mounjaro (tirzepatide), with its dual GLP-1/GIP action, has shown greater weight reduction (avg. over 20%) than Wegovy. If you are looking for stronger weight loss, Mounjaro may be the better choice.
- Q. Will I regain weight if I stop?
- Appetite may return after stopping, leading to possible weight regain. Building healthy eating habits during treatment is key to preventing rebound.
- Q. Can international patients receive treatment?
- Yes. English support is available. We can also issue a medical certificate for customs declaration upon returning to your home country.
- Q. What are the side effects of Wegovy (semaglutide)?
- Side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, abdominal pain, fatigue, headache, dizziness, injection site reactions, acute pancreatitis, ileus, biliary disease, hypoglycemia, and acute kidney injury.
- Q. When will my medication be delivered after an online consultation?
- Payment is completed during your online consultation. Medication is delivered two days after the shipping date (nationwide delivery, from Hokkaido to Okinawa).
The shipping date depends on your consultation timing.
Delays may occur in the following cases:Consultation timing Shipping date Mon / Tue / Thu / Fri before 11:30 Same-day shipping Other (after 11:30 / Wed / Sat / holidays) Next clinic day
・Wholesaler stock shortage
・Weather disruptions (typhoons, heavy snowfall, etc.)
Book your online consultation here.
Book / Apply Here[Physician Explanation] Wegovy (Semaglutide): Effects, Side Effects, and STEP Trial Data