Yoshida Family Donates 12,000 Square Feet of Land to Dr. Yoichi Kato | Asia Immunotherapy | Authority on Immune Cell Therapy - Dr. Yoichi Kato

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(Kōhoku-ku, Yokohama, Japan) – On April 4, 2024, the brand-new medical and convalescence facility “Lincs Ōkurayama” (楽じゅ苑) held its grand opening and open-house event near Kōhoku Ward Office and Kōhoku Fire Station. Encompassing more than 12,000 square feet of land generously donated by the Yoshida family to Dr. Yoichi Kato, the six-story complex is planned and overseen by Japan’s renowned immunotherapy expert, Dr. Kato. Equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities and multiple specialized clinics, “Lincs Ōkurayama” aims to serve patients from Japan and around the world by offering high-quality medical and convalescence options.

Inauguration Guest of Honor: Japan’s Minister of Justice

The April 4 opening ceremony drew numerous dignitaries:

- Keisuke Suzuki, the current Minister of Justice, delivered congratulatory remarks, highlighting Dr. Kato’s contributions to meeting senior care needs in Kōhoku-ku through integrated medical services.

- Executives from Yokohama Bank, construction companies, and financial institutions participated in the ribbon-cutting event.

- Several Kanagawa Prefectural Assembly Members, including Mr. Sho Takeda and Mr. Hiroaki Shikida, also attended to voice their support and congratulations.

Consensus among attendees was that “Lincs Ōkurayama” will become a pioneering base for innovative healthcare, fostering community engagement, healthier living, and cultural exchange.

Keisuke Suzuki, the current Minister of Justice

Dr. Yoichi Kato

Land Donated by the Yoshida Family to Help More Patients

Central to this monumental project was the generous donation by the Yoshida family. Having had a key family member recover from a severe condition under Dr. Kato’s care, they gifted over 12,000 square feet of land to ensure that more patients could access quality medical services. Throughout nearly three years of planning and construction—carried out in collaboration with Daiwa House, financial institutions, and local government—Dr. Kato successfully transformed the site into a comprehensive facility uniting healthcare, rehabilitation, and leisure under one roof.

Having personally witnessed the full recovery of their family member—who remains in excellent health—the Yoshida family’s gratitude prompted them to entrust this extensive property to Dr. Kato, thereby extending life-changing treatment opportunities to a broader patient community. Over the course of three years, Dr. Kato worked tirelessly to develop this medical complex and convalescence center, continuing his mission to serve patients worldwide.

A Six-Story Complex Offering Diverse Services

Multi-Specialty Outpatient Clinics & Diagnostic Facilities
The building will feature internal medicine, dermatology, rehabilitation, and dental clinics, with some departments scheduled to open in September 2024. cutting-edge laboratories and testing rooms will offer both critically ill and routine patients swift, comprehensive care.

Private Inpatient Suites & Long-Term Convalescence
“Residential-style” spaces are specifically designed for long-term or end-stage patients, featuring 24-hour nursing support, continuous medical oversight, and daily meal services—all within a home-like environment.

Community Spaces & Multi-Functional Amenities
The lower floors house a pharmacy, café, children’s area, and an upcoming craft beer brewery—all geared toward inviting the local community to blend recreation and wellness. Plans to introduce a private fitness space will further expand the building’s offerings, encouraging integrated, holistic health management opportunities.

Dr. Yoichi Kato: Committed to Expanding Immunotherapy
Dr. Kato is a prominent authority in Japan’s immunotherapy field, boasting the country’s highest number of immunocellular treatment cases. He has long been dedicated to pioneering advanced medical innovations. Years ago, he took part in the original research at Japan’s National Cancer Center, placing Japan at the forefront of global immunotherapy development.

He emphasizes:

“This building and convalescence center is more than just a medical facility—it is a warm, welcoming space where patients and their families can live and recover with peace of mind. I am truly grateful to the Yoshida family for enabling us to support more critically ill patients. I also hope this facility will become a central hub for international medical collaboration and community engagement.”