{"id":12545,"date":"2026-10-13T17:48:13","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T08:48:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/?p=12545"},"modified":"2026-10-13T17:48:14","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T08:48:14","slug":"fat-dissolving-injection-tokyo-cost-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-injection-tokyo-cost-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Fat Dissolving Injections Tokyo: Cost &#038; Areas Treated"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"MedicalWebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-injection-tokyo-cost\/#webpage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-injection-tokyo-cost\/\",\"name\":\"Fat Dissolving Injections Tokyo: Cost & Areas Treated\",\"inLanguage\":\"en\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#website\"},\"about\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#clinic-biotope\"},\"reviewedBy\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#physician-karibe\"},\"lastReviewed\":\"2026-09-27\"},{\"@type\":[\"Article\",\"MedicalWebPage\"],\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-injection-tokyo-cost\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-injection-tokyo-cost\/#webpage\"},\"headline\":\"Fat Dissolving Injections Tokyo: Cost & Areas Treated\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-injection-tokyo-cost\/\",\"inLanguage\":\"en\",\"author\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#physician-karibe\"},\"reviewedBy\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#physician-karibe\"},\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#organization\"},\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-injection-tokyo-cost\/#webpage\"},\"description\":\"Fat dissolving injections in Tokyo: learn about costs, treatable face and body areas, sessions needed, and what to expect at our English-speaking clinic.\",\"datePublished\":\"2026-09-27\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-09-27\",\"lastReviewed\":\"2026-09-27\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-injection-tokyo-cost\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Skin & Dermatology\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/column\/skin-dermatology\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":3,\"name\":\"Fat Dissolving Injections Tokyo: Cost & Areas Treated\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-injection-tokyo-cost\/\"}]}]}<\/script><br \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Are fat dissolving injections painful?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Most patients experience mild-to-moderate discomfort during the injections. 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All costs are the patient's responsibility on a self-pay basis (\u81ea\u7531\u8a3a\u7642).\"}}]}<\/script><\/p>\n<h2>What Are Fat Dissolving Injections?<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 What Are Fat Dissolving Injections\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_7772688_1790484664.webp\" alt=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 What Are Fat Dissolving Injections\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Stubborn pockets of fat<\/strong> \u2014 beneath the chin, along the jawline, or on the upper arms \u2014 often persist regardless of how carefully someone eats or exercises.<\/p>\n<p>Fat dissolving injections, also called lipolytic injections or injection lipolysis, offer a non-surgical way to target these localised deposits without general anaesthesia or a surgical recovery period. For English-speaking patients in Tokyo, they are among the most-requested aesthetic procedures at cosmetic clinics across the city.<\/p>\n<p>This article explains how fat dissolving injections work, which face and body areas can be treated, what clinical studies say about outcomes, and what the procedure costs in Tokyo.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How fat dissolving injections break down fat cells at a cellular level<\/li>\n<li>Which face and body areas are suitable for treatment in Tokyo<\/li>\n<li>How many sessions are typically needed and what downtime to expect<\/li>\n<li>What affects the cost of fat dissolving injections in Tokyo<\/li>\n<li>Who is \u2014 and is not \u2014 an appropriate candidate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-inline\" style=\"background: #f7fbf7; border: 1px solid #d5e6d8; border-radius: 10px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 26px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.65;\"><strong>Have a question about this treatment?<\/strong><br \/>\nMessage us on LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 our English-speaking team usually replies the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>How Fat Dissolving Injections Work<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 How Fat Dissolving Injections Work\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_7653660_1790484665.webp\" alt=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 How Fat Dissolving Injections Work\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Most fat dissolving formulas rely on two compounds: <strong>phosphatidylcholine (PC)<\/strong> and <strong>deoxycholic acid (DCA)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Deoxycholic acid is a bile acid produced naturally by the human body to emulsify dietary fats. When injected into subcutaneous fat tissue, it disrupts the outer membranes of adipocytes (fat cells), causing them to rupture and release their lipid contents. The body then processes and eliminates this material through the lymphatic and circulatory systems over the following weeks.<\/p>\n<p>In Japan, the most commonly used products belong to the <strong>BNLS family<\/strong> \u2014 BNLS Neo and BNLS Ultimate \u2014 which combine plant-derived phosphatidylcholine with anti-inflammatory and skin-firming agents. These formulas are widely favoured in Japanese clinics for delicate facial work because of their relatively mild swelling profile. Kabelline and comparable deoxycholic acid-dominant injectables are also available and are often selected for denser or larger fat deposits.<\/p>\n<p>A regulatory note relevant to patients in Japan: none of the fat dissolving injectable products currently available at Tokyo cosmetic clinics hold approval from Japan&#8217;s Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA). They are offered as entirely self-pay aesthetic treatments (\u81ea\u7531\u8a3a\u7642), sourced through legal private import channels.<\/p>\n<p>In the United States, the synthetic deoxycholic acid product Kybella holds FDA approval for moderate-to-severe submental fullness in adults \u2014 this US approval does not extend to Japan and should not be taken as a guarantee of safety or efficacy in other indications or other countries.<\/p>\n<h2>Areas Treated: Face and Body<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 Areas Treated: Face and Body\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_4586708_1790484666.webp\" alt=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 Areas Treated: Face and Body\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Fat dissolving injections can address a range of localised fat deposits. The areas most commonly treated at Tokyo cosmetic clinics are:<\/p>\n<h3>Face and Neck<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Submental fat (double chin)<\/strong> \u2014 the area with the strongest published clinical evidence<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jowls and lower jawline<\/strong> \u2014 to sharpen definition along the lower face<\/li>\n<li><strong>Buccal (cheek) fat<\/strong> \u2014 for patients seeking a slimmer facial contour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Body<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upper arms<\/li>\n<li>Abdomen and lower abdomen<\/li>\n<li>Flanks and love handles<\/li>\n<li>Back fat (including the bra-strap area)<\/li>\n<li>Inner and outer thighs<\/li>\n<li>Inner knees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The choice of formula often varies by area and the density of the fat involved. The table below summarises the two main product categories available at Tokyo aesthetic clinics.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin: 20px 0; font-size: 0.95em; border: 1px solid #ccc;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">Feature<\/th>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">BNLS Neo \/ BNLS Ultimate<\/th>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">Deoxycholic Acid Formula (e.g. Kabelline)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Main active agent<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Plant-based phosphatidylcholine blend + anti-inflammatory agents<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Synthetic deoxycholic acid<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Best suited for<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Delicate facial areas; patients with lower tolerance for swelling<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Chin, jawline, and body areas with denser fat deposits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Typical sessions needed<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">3\u20136 sessions, 1\u20132 weeks apart<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">2\u20134 sessions, 2\u20134 weeks apart<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Typical post-treatment swelling<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Mild, 2\u20135 days<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Moderate, 3\u20137 days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">PMDA approval status (Japan)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Not approved \u2014 self-pay only<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Not approved \u2014 self-pay only<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Cost of Fat Dissolving Injections in Tokyo<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 Cost of Fat Dissolving Injections in Tokyo\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_16131210_1790484667.webp\" alt=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 Cost of Fat Dissolving Injections in Tokyo\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Fat dissolving injections in Tokyo are priced entirely on a self-pay basis; Japanese National Health Insurance does not cover cosmetic aesthetic procedures. The total cost of a course of treatment depends on several variables: the specific product used, the number of vials required per session, the treatment area (facial work typically requires fewer vials than the abdomen or flanks), and the total number of sessions in the course.<\/p>\n<p>Because most patients need between three and six sessions to complete a course, the per-session price should be multiplied by the expected number of visits to arrive at a realistic total investment. Larger body areas and denser fat deposits require more product per session and usually more sessions overall than smaller facial areas.<\/p>\n<p>Pricing at <strong>BIOTOPE CLINIC<\/strong> is subject to change. Please see the clinic&#8217;s official price page or contact us directly for a current quote before booking.<\/p>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-inline\" style=\"background: #f7fbf7; border: 1px solid #d5e6d8; border-radius: 10px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 26px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.65;\"><strong>Have a question about this treatment?<\/strong><br \/>\nMessage us on LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 our English-speaking team usually replies the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What to Expect: Before, During and After<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 What to Expect: Before, During and After\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_7581583_1790484668.webp\" alt=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 What to Expect: Before, During and After\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>Before Treatment<\/h3>\n<p>A physician consultation is required before treatment begins. The doctor assesses the target area, skin laxity, fat depth, and overall suitability, and confirms which product and protocol is most appropriate. Patients are typically advised to avoid aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), fish oil, and vitamin E supplements for approximately one week before the appointment to reduce the risk of bruising.<\/p>\n<h3>During the Procedure<\/h3>\n<p>A topical anaesthetic cream is applied to the treatment area before the injections. The physician administers a series of small injections using a fine needle across the target zone. Session length ranges from roughly fifteen minutes for a facial area to forty-five minutes or more for a larger body region.<\/p>\n<h3>After Treatment: Recovery and Downtime<\/h3>\n<p>Swelling is the most predictable side effect. In a published study of 221 patients treated across 273 body locations, oedema within 72 hours was reported in 78% of cases, mild pain in 60%, bruising in 41%, and temporary numbness in 30% (Amore et al., <em>Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open<\/em>, 2018). The majority of these effects resolved without intervention. Prolonged swelling beyond 72 hours occurred in approximately 2% of patients; permanent nodules in under 1%; and skin irregularities in 0.5% of cases.<\/p>\n<p>A five-year systematic review and meta-analysis of five randomised controlled trials involving 1,837 patients found that temporary nerve effects affecting the marginal mandibular nerve occurred in 2.1% of chin-area patients, with all cases resolving fully during the study period (Inoc\u00eancio et al., <em>Clinics (Sao Paulo)<\/em>, 2023).<\/p>\n<p>Patients should avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol, and direct sun exposure on treated areas for the first 48\u201372 hours post-treatment. Results develop over four to eight weeks as the lymphatic system clears disrupted fat cells; meaningful change is typically visible from the third session onward.<\/p>\n<h2>Who Is a Good Candidate?<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 Who Is a Good Candidate\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_6629375_1790484669.webp\" alt=\"Fat dissolving injection Tokyo: cost and areas tre \u2014 Who Is a Good Candidate\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Fat dissolving injections are specifically designed for <strong>localised fat reduction<\/strong>, not whole-body weight loss. The best outcomes are seen in patients who:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are at or near their target weight, with discrete pockets of fat that do not respond to diet and exercise<\/li>\n<li>Have good skin elasticity in the target area, allowing the skin to adapt as fat volume reduces<\/li>\n<li>Hold realistic expectations about gradual results over a course of treatment<\/li>\n<li>Are in good general health with no active infection at the treatment site<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Fat dissolving injections are <strong>not suitable<\/strong> for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, those taking anticoagulant medication, anyone with a known allergy to the injection ingredients, or those seeking large-volume fat removal. Physician assessment before any treatment is essential.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Misconceptions About Fat Dissolving Injections<\/h2>\n<h3>Misconception 1: &#8220;Fat dissolving injections are a weight-loss treatment&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p>This is the most common misunderstanding. These injections target localised subcutaneous fat deposits \u2014 not overall body composition. The 2023 meta-analysis by Inoc\u00eancio et al. evaluated deoxycholic acid injections on localised volume improvement and patient-reported satisfaction with appearance, not on scale weight. Patients with significant overall excess body fat are unlikely to see clinically meaningful results and are better guided toward lifestyle intervention or other medical options first.<\/p>\n<h3>Misconception 2: &#8220;One session delivers the full result&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p>Social media posts often feature dramatic before-and-after images without disclosing how many sessions were required. The clinical literature is consistent: a study by Amore et al. (2018) found that treated body areas received an average of 3.14 injection sessions before final outcomes were assessed. The reported treatment success rate of 93.5% reflects the result of a complete course, not a single appointment.<\/p>\n<h2>Where to Get Fat Dissolving Injections in Tokyo<\/h2>\n<p>Within our clinic group, both <strong>BIOTOPE CLINIC (Shirokanedai, Minato-ku)<\/strong> and <strong>Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic (Ichigaya, Chiyoda-ku)<\/strong> offer English-language consultation with Dr. Jun Karibe&#8217;s team. Fat dissolving injections, as a cosmetic body contouring treatment, are handled at <strong>BIOTOPE CLINIC in Shirokanedai<\/strong>. Bookings and enquiries in English: LINE or WhatsApp.<\/p>\n<p>For patients interested in combining fat reduction with skin tightening, BIOTOPE CLINIC also offers Embrace RF and Morpheus8 (radiofrequency microneedling) as complementary treatments that can address skin laxity in the same area \u2014 a combination that can be discussed during consultation with Dr. Karibe.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<dl class=\"kj-faq\">\n<dt>Q. Are fat dissolving injections painful?<\/dt>\n<dd>Most patients experience mild-to-moderate discomfort during the injections. Topical anaesthetic cream is applied beforehand to reduce the sensation. Post-treatment soreness typically resolves within one to two days. In published clinical data, pain was reported in around 60% of patients receiving deoxycholic acid, but lasted a median of only one day.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. How many sessions will I need?<\/dt>\n<dd>The number of sessions depends on the area being treated and the amount of fat present. Clinical studies report an average of approximately three sessions per treatment area across a range of body locations. Facial areas such as the double chin typically need three to four sessions spaced two to four weeks apart; larger body regions may require up to six. A personalised estimate is given at consultation.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. Are results permanent?<\/dt>\n<dd>Fat cells that have been destroyed by the injection do not regenerate. In that sense, the reduction in fat cell number is long-lasting. However, significant weight gain after treatment can cause the remaining fat cells in the area to enlarge, reducing the visible benefit. Maintaining a stable weight after treatment supports lasting results.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. Can fat dissolving injections be combined with other treatments?<\/dt>\n<dd>Yes. For patients concerned about both localised fat and skin laxity, injectable lipolysis can be combined with radiofrequency or microneedling treatments in a planned treatment course. The appropriate combination and sequence is determined during physician consultation at BIOTOPE CLINIC.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. Are these injections covered by health insurance in Japan?<\/dt>\n<dd>No. Fat dissolving injections are a cosmetic aesthetic treatment and are not covered by Japan&#8217;s National Health Insurance. All costs are the patient&#8217;s responsibility on a self-pay basis (\u81ea\u7531\u8a3a\u7642).<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-inline\" style=\"background: #f7fbf7; border: 1px solid #d5e6d8; border-radius: 10px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 26px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.65;\"><strong>Have a question about this treatment?<\/strong><br \/>\nMessage us on LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 our English-speaking team usually replies the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Summary<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Fat dissolving injections<\/strong> provide a non-surgical option for reducing localised fat pockets in the face and body. Clinical studies suggest meaningful success rates when a complete course of treatment is followed, with a 93.5% physician-assessed success rate reported across 9 body areas in one prospective study, and patient satisfaction approximately twice that of placebo in a large meta-analysis of submental fat treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Results develop gradually, most patients see visible change from the third session onward, and the side-effect profile \u2014 primarily temporary swelling, mild pain, and bruising \u2014 is predictable and generally self-resolving.<\/p>\n<p>These injections are most appropriate for patients at or near their target weight with specific, stubborn fat deposits. They are not a substitute for weight management, and thorough physician assessment before treatment is essential.<\/p>\n<p>If you have questions about fat dissolving injections in Tokyo, both <strong>BIOTOPE CLINIC<\/strong> (Shirokanedai, Minato-ku) and <strong>Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic<\/strong> (Ichigaya, Chiyoda-ku) offer English-language consultation with Dr. Karibe and his team. Fat dissolving injections are primarily handled at BIOTOPE CLINIC in Shirokanedai. English enquiries: LINE or WhatsApp.<\/p>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-box\" style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg,#f1faf3 0%,#e6f3ea 100%); border-radius: 14px; padding: 32px 24px; margin: 36px 0 24px; border: 1px solid #c5dccd; text-align: center;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #3a6e3a; border: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.3em;\">24\/7 Consultation &amp; Booking<\/h3>\n<div style=\"width: 48px; height: 2px; background: #3a6e3a; margin: 0 auto 22px;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold;\">Book a Consultation or Treatment<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 24px; color: #2c4a35; line-height: 1.75;\">Our English-speaking team responds via LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 usually the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 10px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 14px 32px; border-radius: 10px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.02em; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(6,199,85,0.25); min-width: 240px; white-space: nowrap;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 10px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 14px 32px; border-radius: 10px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.02em; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(37,211,102,0.25); min-width: 240px; white-space: nowrap;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>References<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Inoc\u00eancio GSG, Meneses-Santos D, Costa MDMA, Vieira WA, Almeida VL, Rodrigues RPCB, Rode SM, Paranhos LR. Efficacy, safety, and potential industry bias in using deoxycholic acid for submental fat reduction \u2014 a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. <em>Clinics (Sao Paulo)<\/em>. 2023;78:100220.<\/li>\n<li>Amore R, Amuso D, Leonardi V, Leva F, Sibaud AC, Guida A, Costa E, Terranova F, Amodeo V, Gkritzalas K. Evaluation of safety and effectiveness of an injectable deoxycholic acid-based solution for reduction of localized adiposities. <em>Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open<\/em>. 2018;6(6).<\/li>\n<li>U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Using fat-dissolving injections that are not FDA-approved can be harmful. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/buying-using-medicine-safely\/using-fat-dissolving-injections-are-not-fda-approved-can-be-harmful<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Related Articles<\/h2>\n<p>You may also find these articles useful.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/bnls-fat-dissolving-tokyo-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BNLS Fat Dissolving Tokyo: Results, Sessions &amp; Cost<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/kybella-vs-bnls-tokyo-comparison\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">KYBELLA vs BNLS Tokyo: Double Chin Injection Comparison<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-belly-tokyo-results\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fat Dissolving for Belly Tokyo: Results Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/fat-dissolving-thighs-arms-tokyo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fat Dissolving for Thighs and Arms Tokyo: Treatment Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/glp1-fat-dissolving-liposuction-tokyo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GLP-1 vs Fat Dissolving vs Liposuction Tokyo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"margin: 2.5em 0 1em; padding: 1.5em; border: 1px solid #d5d5d5; border-radius: 10px; background: #fafafa; font-size: .9em;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: .72em; font-weight: bold; color: #888; margin: 0 0 1.2em; letter-spacing: .08em;\">SUPERVISED BY<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1.2em; flex-wrap: wrap;\">\n<div style=\"flex-shrink: 0; text-align: center; min-width: 110px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100px; height: 100px; border-radius: 50%; object-fit: cover; object-position: top center; display: block; margin: 0 auto; border: 3px solid #e0e0e0;\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/hon\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/photo-karibejun-400-3_re-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Jun Karibe MD \u2014 Board-certified Plastic Surgeon, Director of Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: .6em 0 .1em; font-weight: bold; font-size: .95em; color: #222;\">Dr. Jun Karibe<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .1em; font-size: .75em; color: #999;\">MD<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: .75em; color: #555; font-weight: bold;\">Director<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px;\">\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: .75em; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #ebebeb; border-radius: 6px; padding: .7em 1em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .35em; font-size: .78em; font-weight: bold; color: #666; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f2f2; padding-bottom: .3em;\">Education &amp; Career<\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: .82em; color: #444; line-height: 1.75;\">\n<div>Juntendo University School of Medicine<\/div>\n<div>Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Tokyo Hospital<\/div>\n<div>Assistant Professor, Plastic &amp; Cosmetic Surgery, Saitama Medical University<\/div>\n<div>Assistant Professor &amp; Chief Resident, Yamanashi University Hospital<\/div>\n<div>2019: Founded Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic (Ichigaya, Tokyo)<\/div>\n<div>2021: Founded BIOTOPE CLINIC Shirokanedai (Minato-ku, Tokyo)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: .75em; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #ebebeb; border-radius: 6px; padding: .7em 1em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .35em; font-size: .78em; font-weight: bold; color: #666; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f2f2; padding-bottom: .3em;\">Certifications<\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: .82em; color: #444; line-height: 1.75;\">\n<div>Board-certified Plastic Surgeon \u2014 Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery<\/div>\n<div>Specialist \u2014 Japan Society of Anti-Aging Medicine<\/div>\n<div>Certified Industrial Physician \u2014 Japan Medical Association<\/div>\n<div>Allergan VST-certified Injector (Botox &amp; Hyaluronic Acid)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #ebebeb; border-radius: 6px; padding: .7em 1em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .35em; font-size: .78em; font-weight: bold; color: #666; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f2f2; padding-bottom: .3em;\">Awards<\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: .82em; color: #444; line-height: 1.75;\">\n<div>Best Presentation Award \u2014 Dept. of Plastic Surgery, University of Tokyo (2016)<\/div>\n<div>Excellence Award \u2014 Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2018)<\/div>\n<div>Featured Presentation \u2014 ASPS Annual Scientific Meeting, USA (2018)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 1em; padding-top: .75em; border-top: 1px solid #e8e8e8; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; gap: .5em;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #e1306c; color: #fff; padding: .4em .9em; border-radius: 4px; text-decoration: none; font-size: .8em; font-weight: bold;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dr.jun_\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 1em; padding-top: .75em; border-top: 1px dashed #d5d5d5; font-size: .78em; color: #555; line-height: 1.7;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .3em; font-size: .72em; font-weight: bold; color: #888; letter-spacing: .08em;\">MEDICAL REVIEW<\/p>\n<div><strong>Jun Karibe, MD<\/strong> \u2014 Board-certified Plastic Surgeon \u2014 Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery<\/div>\n<div>Medical Director, BIOTOPE CLINIC<\/div>\n<div>Last medically reviewed: 2026-09-27<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Fat dissolving injections in Tokyo: learn about costs, treatable face and body areas, sessions needed, and what to expect at our English-speaking clinic.","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":12544,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[20,21],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12545","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cosmetic-treatments","category-skin-dermatology"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12545","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12545"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12545\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12862,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12545\/revisions\/12862"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12544"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12545"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12545"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12545"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}