ASUNARO Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo/Taama Line) — 5 min walk
  • Tachikawa Station, 5 minutes
  • Near central Tokyo
  • ASUNARO Clinic is an orthopedic clinic on the third floor of the Tanizawa Building in Tachikawa, a major hub city in western Tokyo. They handle the usual orthopedic range — back pain, joint issues, sports injuries, fractures, rehabilitation. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but whether that translates to English-speaking staff at reception or during consultations is genuinely unclear. Tachikawa is well-connected via JR Chuo Line, so access from central Tokyo is straightforward. If you’re living on the western side of Tokyo and need orthopedic care, this is worth a call ahead to check the English situation before you show up. Bring a translation app as backup regardless.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills orthopedic experience. The clinic appears to run efficiently without excessive wait times for a Tokyo practice. Doctors are reported as thorough on diagnosis and clear about treatment plans. The vibe is functional and clinical rather than warm and chatty — you’re there to get your shoulder or knee sorted, and that’s what happens. Nothing flashy, but competent orthopedic care in a well-located building.

    English Language Proficiency

    The honest answer: unclear. The website has some English-language content, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients, but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at the front desk or in the exam room. There's no confirmed English-fluent doctor listed. Realistically, prepare for a Japanese-primary experience. A translation app like Google Translate or Papago will carry a lot of weight here. If you have a Japanese-speaking friend or colleague who can call ahead, that's your best move.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.asunaroclinic.jp/
    • 東京都立川市柴崎町2-2-20 タニザワビル3F
    • Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo/Taama Line) — 5 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

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    Proficiency Score
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