The cost of hair transplant surgery varies widely depending on the type of technique, the number of hairs to be transplanted, the experience of the clinic and doctor performing the procedure, and the region where the procedure is performed. Below is a guide to the general costs of hair transplant surgery.
Types of hair transplant surgery
- FUT法（Follicular Unit Transplantation）
- Overview: A method in which skin is cut into strips from the donor area at the back of the head and transplanted into individual hair follicles.
- Cost: One surgery costs about 1.5 million yen to 3 million yen. It varies depending on the number of hair transplants and the clinic.
- Features: Relatively inexpensive, but may leave scars.
- FUE法（Follicular Unit Extraction）
- Overview: This is a method in which hair follicles are harvested one by one from the donor area at the back of the head and transplanted.
- Cost: Approximately 500 yen to 1,200 yen per graft. The total cost is often around 2 million yen to 4 million yen.
- Features: Scars are less noticeable and recovery is faster, but it tends to be more expensive than the FUT method.
- Robot-assisted FUE method (ARTAS etc.)
- Overview: A method of accurately harvesting and transplanting hair follicles using robotic technology.
- Cost: Approximately 1,000 yen to 1,500 yen per graft. The total cost can range from 3 million yen to 5 million yen or more.
- Features: High precision and less scarring, but high cost.
Other costs
- Initial consultation fee/counseling fee: The initial consultation fee and counseling fee may cost around 10,000 to 30,000 yen.
- Inspection cost: Pre-treatment costs such as blood tests may be required. A few thousand yen to several tens of thousands of yen.
- Post-operative care costs: Additional costs may be required for postoperative follow-up and care.
Cost breakdown
- Number of hair transplants
- The cost of hair transplantation is determined by the number of hairs to be transplanted. It is generally calculated on a per graft basis.
- Example: If you want to transplant 1,000 grafts and each graft costs 800 yen, the cost will be 800,000 yen.
- Scale of treatment
- There are different costs for partial hair transplantation and extensive hair transplantation. Hair transplantation over a large area will be more expensive.
- Treatment clinic and doctor experience
- Clinics and doctors with a reputation or experience may be more expensive. If a high level of technical ability and experience is required, there will be a corresponding cost.
Not covered by insurance
- Hair transplant surgery is a type of cosmetic surgery and is generally not covered by insurance in Japan. You will be responsible for the full amount.
In conclusion
The cost of hair transplant surgery varies depending on the method, number of hair transplants, and clinic where the procedure is performed, but in general, the cost is around 1.5 million yen to 5 million yen. It is important to receive a consultation from a clinic and receive a detailed estimate. If you find it difficult to pay the high cost of treatment all at once, some clinics allow you to pay in installments, so it is a good idea to check in advance.
When considering hair transplant surgery, it is important to choose a clinic you can trust, focusing on the technique of the procedure and the experience of the doctor. It is important to think comprehensively, including postoperative care and follow-up.
