Anzawa Iin
Anzawa Iin is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic in Ooi, Shinagawa — the kind of place locals have been going to for years. It handles the everyday stuff: colds, chronic conditions, checkups, referrals when something bigger is going on. Not a hospital, not a tourist clinic — a proper family-style GP practice.
English capability here is conversational, meaning someone on staff can get through a basic consultation without everything falling apart. You won’t be handed a full English intake form, but you also won’t be standing there miming your symptoms. It’s functional, not fluent. A translation app as backup is still a smart move.
The clinic is in a residential stretch of Ooi, a short trip from Ooimachi or Omori stations. If you live in southern Shinagawa or nearby, this is genuinely convenient. If you’re trekking from Shibuya, probably not worth it when other options exist closer to you.
Good for: expats who need a regular GP, managing ongoing conditions, or getting a proper referral into the Japanese healthcare system.
Patient Feedback
Patients describe a calm, unhurried atmosphere typical of a long-standing neighborhood clinic. The doctor takes time to explain things rather than rushing you out. Wait times can stretch during busy morning hours, so arriving early or booking ahead helps. It’s not a slick urban expat clinic — it’s a real local practice that happens to have enough English to make things work for non-Japanese speakers.
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.anzawanaika.com
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東京都品川区大井５－１４－４
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Ōi Station (Keihin-Tōhoku Line) — 3 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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