Akihabara Heart Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Akihabara Station (JR Chuo Line) — 2 min walk
  • Near Akihabara Station
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Akihabara Heart Clinic sits on the second floor of the STN Front building in Kanda Sakumacho — a short walk from Akihabara Station, right in the thick of Chiyoda’s electronics and anime district. Despite the name and building, this is a cardiology and internal medicine clinic, not dermatology, so if you’re coming for skin issues you’re at the wrong door.

    The clinic handles cardiovascular concerns, general internal medicine, and related checkups. Their website has some English-language content, which suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist — but whether that translates to English-speaking staff at the front desk or during consultations is genuinely unclear. Don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation. Bring a translation app, have your symptoms written out in Japanese if possible, and confirm English availability by phone or email before your visit.

    Location-wise, it’s convenient. Multiple train lines converge at Akihabara, and the building is easy to find.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback on this clinic is limited in English-language sources. What surfaces suggests a fairly standard Japanese neighborhood specialist clinic experience: efficient, no-frills, focused on getting through appointments. Wait times appear reasonable for a smaller clinic. Doctors seem thorough on the cardiology side. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding or lengthy explanations — this is a get-in, get-assessed, get-out kind of setup, which can work well once you know what you’re coming for.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English-facing content, which is a good sign — but it doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff on the floor. Reception may have limited English. Consultations are almost certainly conducted in Japanese unless you get lucky. Realistically, bring a bilingual friend, use Google Translate in conversation mode, or prepare written notes about your symptoms and medical history in Japanese beforehand. Calling ahead to ask specifically about English support is worth doing before you show up.

    Contact & Location

    • https://akb-heart.clinic
    • 東京都千代田区神田佐久間町2-18 秋葉原STNフロント2F
    • Akihabara Station (JR Chuo Line) — 2 min walk
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Akihabara Heart Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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