Liposuction in Tokyo (Ginza): Dr. Shin Moriwaki’s Background, Experience and One-Doctor Care2026.10.04
Many overseas patients ask us the same question: “I want liposuction in Tokyo, but which doctor should I trust?” Liposuction is a procedure where the result depends less on the clinic’s name and more on who designs the surgery, who performs it and who follows you up afterwards. This article summarises, as plain facts, the background, qualifications, experience and surgical philosophy of Dr. Shin Moriwaki, director of AVAN TOKYO Ginza Liposuction Clinic, together with the clinic’s one-doctor system from consultation to post-operative care.
Key points
・Dr. Shin Moriwaki is a cosmetic surgeon who has performed more than 5,000 procedures, mainly liposuction (University of Tokushima Faculty of Medicine; VASER Lipo certified; ECFMG certified; member of the Japan Society of Aesthetic Surgery, JSAS)
・At AVAN TOKYO in Ginza, Tokyo (1 min from Ginza-itchome Station), the director handles consultation, surgery and post-operative check-ups himself
・The result of liposuction is decided not by how much fat is removed but by what is left and how adjacent areas are blended
・The device used is Elsa (LSSA). Risks and the limits of indication are always explained at consultation
・When choosing a surgeon, check case volume, one-doctor care, the device and design, risk explanation and after-care
Background and qualifications of Dr. Shin Moriwaki
Dr. Shin Moriwaki graduated from the Faculty of Medicine, The University of Tokushima, in 2019 and trained at The University of Tokushima Hospital (2019–2021). He then worked as a cosmetic surgeon at Tokyo Chuo Cosmetic Surgery (2021–2022) and Gracia Clinic (2023–2024), focusing on liposuction and fat grafting. He completed the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine course in 2023 and is now director of AVAN TOKYO Ginza Liposuction Clinic in Ginza, Tokyo.
Certifications and memberships
・VASER Lipo certified physician
・ECFMG certificate (US medical licensing qualification)
・Member, Japan Society of Aesthetic Surgery (JSAS)
・Full member, Japanese Society for Regenerative Medicine
・Member, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
Certifications show that a doctor has passed a defined course of training and review. They do not guarantee the result of liposuction, so we recommend looking at actual case volume and after-care together.
Experience: more than 5,000 procedures and one-doctor care
Dr. Shin Moriwaki has performed more than 5,000 procedures, mainly liposuction, covering the cheeks and chin, face, upper arms and shoulders, abdomen and waist, thighs and calves, as well as fat-transfer, hybrid and implant breast augmentation, facial fat grafting and lifting.
At AVAN TOKYO, the doctor who discusses the design with you at consultation performs the surgery and sees you at every post-operative visit. Your doctor does not change partway through. Because liposuction reaches its final shape over three to six months, we believe the surgeon who designed the procedure should follow the recovery and, if needed, decide on a touch-up.
Approach by area
・Upper arms and shoulders: the line with the arm down and the transition from shoulder to armpit come first; forearms and accessory breast tissue are designed together
・Abdomen and waist: upper, lower and lateral abdomen are treated as one sheet so the line from waist to back is not interrupted
・Thighs and calves: where the skin is thin, a fine cannula is used and the superficial layer is not over-treated; the leg is shaped as one vertical line down to the calf
・Cheeks and chin: over-removal causes sagging, so the fat to keep is decided before suction
Surgical philosophy: what you leave and how you blend it
Most irregularities and steps after liposuction come from over-suction and poorly handled borders between areas. Dr. Moriwaki marks the patient standing to see how fat sits under gravity, chooses the suction layer (deep or superficial) and cannula for each area, and tapers the amount removed towards the border with the neighbouring area.
The device used is Elsa (LSSA). The device is only one factor; the design and the surgeon’s technique decide the outcome. We always explain the risks of liposuction – swelling, bruising, contracture, asymmetry and irregularities – and the limits of indication due to body type, BMI or skin laxity. Results vary between individuals.
What to check when choosing a liposuction surgeon in Tokyo
Rather than fame, the following five points help you find the surgeon who suits you.
・Case volume: enough experience in the area you want, with per-area before-and-after photos published
・One-doctor care: the doctor you consult performs the surgery and sees you afterwards
・Device and design: an explanation of which layer is treated and how, not just the device name
・Risk explanation: swelling, contracture, irregularities, asymmetry, and what happens if you are not a candidate
・After-care: number of follow-up visits and how any residual irregularity is handled
At AVAN TOKYO we state these as facts at consultation, and prices follow the published price list. Consultation is free and we do not push surgery.
Access and booking
AVAN TOKYO Ginza Liposuction Clinic is at DEAR GINZA 3F, 1-6-8 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. It is a 1-minute walk from Ginza-itchome Station (Yurakucho Line, Exit 6), 3 minutes from Kyobashi Station (Ginza Line, Exit 3), 5 minutes from Yurakucho Station and 7 minutes from Ginza Station (Exit C8). English, Chinese and Vietnamese are supported. See the doctor profile, the English liposuction guide and before-and-after cases.
FAQ
Q. Is the consultation and the surgery really done by the same doctor?
Yes. At AVAN TOKYO, Dr. Shin Moriwaki handles consultation, surgery and post-operative check-ups himself. Your doctor does not change.
Q. What does “more than 5,000 procedures” cover?
It is the cumulative number of procedures, mainly liposuction, that Dr. Moriwaki has performed as the operating surgeon. Per-area examples are shown in the case gallery.
Q. He is VASER Lipo certified – is VASER used for surgery?
VASER Lipo certification is a qualification Dr. Moriwaki holds. The device used for liposuction at our clinic is Elsa (LSSA); VASER equipment is not used. The differences are explained at consultation.
Q. Can I consult about irregularities from liposuction done elsewhere?
Yes. Depending on skin condition and remaining fat, correction may be limited, so we assess suitability at examination.
Q. Can I consult from overseas before travelling?
Yes. You can contact us in advance via LINE or the web form in English, Chinese or Vietnamese.
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[Supervising physician] Shin Moriwaki, M.D.
Member, Japan Society of Aesthetic Surgery (JSAS) / American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
ECFMG certificate
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