About Nakamura Acupuncture

Koichi Nakamura, L.Ac., O.M.D.

The origins of Nakamura Acupuncture began a half century ago when Koichi Nakamura embarked on his journey towards becoming a master acupuncturist.

Born and raised in Hokkaido, Japan, Koichi graduated from world renowned Toyo Shinkyu College of Oriental Medicine. Licensed in both acupuncture and shiatsu massage, Koichi continued his training by apprenticing under his master, Sensei Okada, who was considered to be the preeminent acupuncturist in Japan.

Koichi moved his family to the United States in 1974 and settled in San Diego in 1978. With over 50 years of experience practicing Japanese acupuncture and shiatsu massage, Koichi has successfully treated over ten thousand patients. Recognized as the best acupuncturist in San Diego, Koichi is regularly referred by nurses, physicians, orthopaedic surgeons, and other medical professionals.

"Master of Acupuncture, Dr Koichi Nakamura was introduced to me by a friend as the best acupuncturist in California. He takes care of those who have tried other sources and not received help. When I had a serious problem with allergies back in 1981, I received treatments from Dr. Nakamura, and the condition disappeared for ten years. I have been receiving treatments ever since then for all of my health concerns and have been very satisfied with the results. He is indeed the best!" —A., San Diego

Hiroyuki Nakamura is a second generation Japanese acupuncturist, successfully serving the Orange County communities of Westminster, Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Costa Mesa, and Seal Beach since 2005. In addition to his 16 years of clinical experience, Hiroyuki completed a one year acupuncture internship with his father, Master Acupuncturist Koichi Nakamura.

Hiroyuki received his undergraduate degree from UCLA and completed his formal acupuncture training in Anaheim at South Baylo University, one of the largest and oldest Acupuncture & Asian Medicine institutions in the United States. Prior to becoming an acupuncturist, Hiroyuki worked in the nutritional supplement industry for six years gaining first-hand knowledge on the manufacture and efficacy of nutritional supplements. Hiroyuki’s specialty in whole food supplements and nutrition education works synergistically with his acupuncture treatments to facilitate the body’s self healing process.

Hiroyuki Nakamura, L.Ac.

"I had irregular periods before trying to get pregnant and after four months of trying to get pregnant using Clomid, I went to see Hiro. He said that there was probably issues with my circulation that he could improve using acupuncture. I only had two sessions and it worked, I got pregnant! I have continued my acupuncture and have make it through my first trimester and the baby and I are both healthy. Thanks Hiro!!" —R.S., Westminster

Setsuko Nakamura, L.Ac.

Setsuko Nakamura is a second generation Japanese acupuncturist, successfully serving the San Diego communities of Poway, Scripps Ranch, Mira Mesa, Rancho Penasquitos, and Rancho Bernardo since January of 2015. Prior to that, Setsuko completed a 24 month internship between her brother, Hiroyuki Nakamura, and her father, Master Acupuncturist Koichi Nakamura.

Setsuko received her undergraduate degree from SDSU and completed her formal acupuncture training in San Diego at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, one of the leading schools for integrative medicine. Setsuko's inspiration for alternative medicine began when her son suffered a vaccine injury at the age of two. Refusing to lose her son to a lifetime disability, Setsuko successfully recovered him with the help of her father. This experience, along with the growing medical needs of her friends & family, compelled Setsuko to follow in her father's footsteps.

"Setsuko has an amazing calming energy when you are on the table and getting treated. She has an intuitive nature and knows instinctively what your body needs. She is also very knowledgeable and gives detailed answers to your questions so that you have a better understanding of what is going on. I always leave my sessions with her feeling better and clearer minded. I would highly recommend coming to see her for any ailments, physical or emotional." —K.L., San Diego