AKABANE Mental Clinic
AKABANE Mental Clinic sits on the ground floor of Genome House in Akabane Nishi, a quiet residential pocket of Kita Ward. Despite the name, it’s registered under Internal Medicine — so expect a general psychiatric and mental health focus rather than a pure specialty psychology practice. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t bank on fluent English-speaking staff at the front desk. This is very much a neighborhood clinic serving local residents, which means it’s not set up as an expat-friendly facility in the way some central Tokyo clinics are. If your Japanese is functional, or you’re willing to bring a translation app, you’ll probably manage fine. If you need full English support from check-in to prescription, call ahead and confirm before making the trek out to Kita Ward.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited online in English. Being a ground-floor neighborhood practice in Akabane, it likely runs with shorter wait times than busier central Tokyo clinics. Patients familiar with Japanese community clinics describe similar setups as straightforward and efficient — you’re seen, assessed, and out without much fuss. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding or extended consultations.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.akabane-mental.com
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東京都北区赤羽西１－１５－１７ ゲノムハウス１Ｆ
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Akabane Station (JR Keihin-Tohoku Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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English Support
Basic