Our San Jose Optometrists

Our eye doctors aim to correct any vision problems you may have and help prevent future ones. With a comprehensive range of services, including yearly eye exams and dry eye treatment, we address all your eye care needs. Our eye doctors tailor their approach to each patient, providing the best possible vision care and solution. 

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Meet The Eye Doctors At Japantown Optometry

Our eye doctors take the time to explain the results of your eye exam, describe the available options, and listen to your eye care needs. Maintaining good eye health requires ongoing collaboration, so we encourage you to ask questions and share any relevant health information. This information could be crucial for monitoring, diagnosing, and treating potential vision problems. 

Tina Shinmori
Dr. Tina Shinmori is a graduate of Southern California College of Optometry with over twenty years of experience in all aspects of optometric care, including diagnosis and treatment of vision problems and ocular health. She is clinically licensed in the use of therapeutic and diagnostic ocular medications. She is also certified to perform Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT), co-manage in the process of cataract surgery, and perform Laser Vision Correction consultations. ​Dr. Shinmori very much enjoys family practice and is experienced...
Tera Nakano

Dr. Tera Nakano is a graduate of the Southern California College of Optometry and has been with our practice since 2000. She is a member of the Santa Clara County Optometric Society and the California and American Optometric Societies. Dr. Nakano practices full scope optometric care and is licensed in the use of diagnostic and theraputic ocular medications.

Hoa Tat

Dr. Hoa Tat is a graduate of Ohio State University School of Optometry and has been practicing since 2000. She practices full scope optometric care and is licensed in the use of diagnostic and therapeutic ocular medications.

​She also speaks Chinese as a second language.

Esther Kim

Dr. Esther Kim is a graduate of the New England College of Optometry. She practices full scope optometric care and is licensed to prescribe diagnostic and therapeutic ocular medications.

​She also speaks Korean as a second language.

Kristen Oda

Dr. Kristen Oda is a graduate of University California Berkeley School of Optometry and has joined our practice in 2017. She practices full scope optometric care and is licensed in the use of diagnostic/therapeutic ocular medications and is glaucoma certified. She has previously interned at the San Jose VA, Palo Alto VA and Hayward Wellness Center.

​She also speaks Spanish as a second language. 

Comprehensive Eye Care in San Jose

Japantown Optometry offers innovative eye care services to patients in San Jose and the surrounding areas. We provide comprehensive eye health assessments, diagnose and treat ocular diseases, evaluate and fit contact lenses, and prescribe eyewear. 

Our team at Japantown Optometry is dedicated to providing the best solutions for our patients’ eye health and vision needs. We ensure that every patient maintains optimal eye health by utilizing advanced technologies and evidence-based treatments. 

We warmly welcome new patients and accept most major insurance plans.