Taiji Nojima (野島 泰治, Nojima Taiji, November 10, 1896 – March 3, 1970) was a Japanese dermatologist at Ooshima Seishoen Sanatorium for 41 years, including director for 36 years.
In 1932, Nojima earned a Ph.D. for studies on the serum reactions in leprosy.
Subsequently, he visited many[quantify] leprosy sanatoriums throughout the world, and reported his experiences through various means[clarification needed] in Japan.
Nojima criticized the opinions of Noboru Ogasawara at congresses.
In his essay[clarification needed], he recommended Kensuke Mitsuda for an Order of Cultural Merits.