Clinic YOKOYAMA
Clinic Yokoyama is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Nakano, a ward that’s increasingly popular with expats priced out of Shibuya and Shinjuku. It handles the everyday stuff — colds, chronic conditions, check-ups, referrals — the kind of clinic you want to know about before you actually need it.
The website has some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients. But don’t show up expecting a bilingual receptionist or English-language forms. The reality is probably closer to a translation app situation with a doctor who may have functional English, especially for medical basics. Worth a phone call or email ahead of your first visit to gauge the actual English comfort level. For straightforward internal medicine needs in Nakano, this is a solid local option worth having on your radar.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on Clinic Yokoyama is limited online, which is typical for smaller neighborhood clinics in Tokyo. The setup appears to be a single-doctor practice, which usually means consistent care from someone who gets to know you over time — the upside of a local clinic over a large hospital. Wait times at practices like this vary but tend to be shorter than major hospital outpatient departments. Don’t expect a slick modern facility. Expect functional, no-fuss medicine.
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.t3.rim.or.jp/~drtoshiy/
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東京都中野区新井１－８－８
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Araiyakushi-Shotengai Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 2 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- 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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