AKITSU Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Togoshi Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 min walk
  • Local chronic condition management
  • Near central Tokyo
  • AKITSU Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine practice in Togoshi, Shinagawa — not a flashy international clinic, just a solid local doctor’s office that’s been around long enough to have a loyal patient base. It sits on the second floor of the Imaal Building, a short walk from Togoshi-koen or Togoshi-ginza stations on the Tokyu Oimachi Line.

    The clinic handles the everyday stuff: colds, chronic conditions, checkups, referrals. Think blood pressure management, diabetes follow-up, general adult health — not emergencies, not specialties.

    English capability is genuinely unclear. The website has some Japanese-only content with limited English presence online. You’re likely walking into a Japanese-language environment. A translation app or bilingual friend would not go amiss. That said, some local clinics in Shinagawa have quietly functional basic English — just don’t count on it here without confirming first. Call ahead or have someone call for you.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback on AKITSU Clinic is limited in English-language sources, which itself tells you something — this is a neighborhood clinic serving a mostly Japanese-speaking community. Locals seem to return regularly, which suggests the care is competent and the doctor relationship is ongoing rather than transactional. Expect a quieter, more personal atmosphere than a large hospital outpatient department. Wait times at smaller clinics like this can vary widely depending on the day.

    English Language Proficiency

    Assume Japanese-only unless you confirm otherwise. The clinic's web presence is almost entirely in Japanese, and there's no clear signal that reception or the doctor speaks conversational English. That doesn't make it a bad option — plenty of expats navigate Japanese clinics with Google Translate or Jimaku — but go in prepared. Have your symptoms written down in Japanese, bring your health insurance card, and manage expectations. Don't show up hoping someone will guide you through in English.

    Contact & Location

    • http://akitsu-clinic.life.coocan.jp/
    • 東京都品川区戸越3-1-2 イマールビル2F
    • Togoshi Station (Asakusa 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?

    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.
    AKITSU Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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