Ando Ganka Kurinikku
Ando Ganka Clinic is a neighborhood ophthalmology practice in Shimoishigami, Nerima — a quiet residential part of western Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they live nearby. They handle the usual eye clinic workload: vision checks, glaucoma screening, dry eye, cataracts, and general eye complaints.
The clinic has some English content on their website, which is a decent sign — it suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese speakers exist. But that doesn’t mean you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation with reception. Full English service is genuinely unclear, and Nerima isn’t a particularly international neighborhood, so don’t expect the bilingual setup you’d find at a clinic in Minato or Shinjuku.
If you live in Nerima and need an eye doctor for a routine issue, this is a reasonable local option. If you’re traveling from elsewhere in Tokyo specifically for English support, do some groundwork first — call ahead, or use Google Translate to send an inquiry via their website contact form.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on Ando Ganka is limited in English-language sources, which tracks for a local clinic in a low-expat neighborhood. Japanese reviews generally describe it as a competent, no-fuss practice — the kind of place where you get seen, get a clear explanation, and leave with a prescription or referral if needed. Wait times appear typical for a small Tokyo clinic: manageable on quieter days, longer if you show up mid-morning without a reservation.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://ando-ganka-clinic.com
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東京都練馬区下石神井1-5-19
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Shakujii Station (Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line) — 8 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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
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