Ayase Kokorono Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Ayase Station (Chiyoda Line) — 2 min walk
  • Mental health specialty focus
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Ayase Kokorono Clinic sits in the Ayase area of Adachi Ward — one of Tokyo’s more residential, less expat-heavy neighborhoods. The name roughly translates to “heart/mind clinic,” and despite being listed under internal medicine, the focus here leans toward mental health and psychological wellbeing. That’s worth knowing before you show up expecting a general checkup.

    The clinic is on the third floor of Daiichi Hoshi Building, a short walk from Ayase Station on the Chiyoda and Joban lines. The website has some English-facing elements, which is a mild positive signal, but don’t assume that means English-fluent reception staff or bilingual consultations. This is Adachi — not Minato or Shinjuku. If your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend. The clinic appears to operate standard weekday hours with some Saturday availability.

    Worth checking their website directly before visiting, as hours and doctor availability shift. For expats dealing with anxiety, depression, or stress-related symptoms, this could be a legitimate option — just go in prepared.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language sources, which is typical for Adachi-based practices that don’t actively court expat clientele. Japanese reviews suggest a calm, low-pressure atmosphere — the kind of place that doesn’t rush you out the door. Wait times appear reasonable for a smaller neighborhood clinic. The mental health orientation means consultations tend to run longer than a typical internist visit. Expect a quieter, more local feel rather than a polished international clinic setup.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English content, which is better than nothing — but that doesn't automatically mean the staff speak English. Adachi is not a high-expat-density ward, so English-fluent reception is unlikely to be standard here. No confirmed bilingual doctors or English intake forms. If you're going, use Google Translate or a translation app for paperwork, and consider writing down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand. A bilingual friend accompanying you would make the visit significantly smoother.

    Contact & Location

    • https://ayasemental.com/
    • 東京都足立区綾瀬3-3-2 第一星ビル302
    • Ayase Station (Chiyoda Line) — 2 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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