Ashitano Zaitaku Shinryojo
Ashitano Zaitaku Shinryojo is a home-visit internal medicine clinic in Nakano’s Saginomiya neighborhood — meaning they come to you, not the other way around. This is zaitaku (在宅) medicine: scheduled house calls for people who have difficulty getting to a clinic, whether due to age, illness, or mobility issues. If you’re an expat dealing with a chronic condition, recovering from something, or caring for a family member who can’t easily travel, this kind of setup can be genuinely useful.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients — but don’t assume you’ll have a smooth English conversation when you call to book. Japanese will almost certainly be needed for scheduling and intake. A Japanese-speaking friend, your company’s support line, or a translation app will make first contact much easier.
This isn’t a walk-in clinic or a place to get a quick prescription refill. It’s for ongoing, coordinated care at home.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on this clinic is limited in English-language spaces, which tracks — home-visit clinics tend to serve an older, more local patient base. What does come through is that the model itself works well for people who need regular check-ins without the commute. Doctors are reported to be attentive during visits. Scheduling responsiveness appears reasonable. Don’t expect a busy waiting room vibe — it’s quieter and more coordinated than a standard outpatient clinic.
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 -
https://ashitano-clinic.com/
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東京都中野区鷺宮３－３２－１３
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Sagiomiya Station (Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line) — 2 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
Basic