ANDO Family Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Seijoh Station (Odakyu Line) — 8 min walk
  • Family clinic, general internal medicine
  • Near central Tokyo
  • ANDO Family Clinic sits in Setagaya’s Kinuta neighborhood, tucked into the ground and first floors of the Schönheit building on a quiet residential stretch. It’s an internal medicine practice with a family clinic feel — think general health issues, chronic disease management, checkups, and the everyday stuff that doesn’t need a hospital. The clinic’s website has some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of foreign patients, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual experience. Whether reception can hold a real English conversation is unclear. If your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything complicated. That said, Setagaya has a solid expat community, and neighborhood clinics like this often have more experience with foreigners than their signage lets on. It’s worth a call or email before your first visit to gauge the English situation directly.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this feels like a neighborhood doctor’s office, not a conveyor-belt clinic. Patients mention Dr. Ando takes time to explain things rather than rushing you out. Wait times are generally reasonable for a small clinic. It handles a wide range of general health issues competently. Nothing flashy, but that’s kind of the point. Locals seem to trust it, which says something.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English on its website, which is a step above nothing — but that doesn't guarantee the person at the front desk can walk you through paperwork in English. Full English service is unconfirmed. If your Japanese is minimal, prepare a written summary of your symptoms in Japanese before you go, or use a translation app. Calling ahead to ask about English support is genuinely worth the two minutes it takes.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.andyman.jp
    • 東京都世田谷区砧8-21-8 シェーンハイト1F2F
    • Seijoh Station (Odakyu Line) — 8 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.
    ANDO Family Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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