Daikanyama Yamabiko Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Daikanyama Station (Tokyu Toyoko Line) — 3 min walk
  • Unhurried consultation style
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Daikanyama Yamabiko Clinic is a small internal medicine clinic tucked into a residential corner of Shibuya, specifically the quiet Sarugakucho neighborhood that sits between Daikanyama and Nakameguro. It’s the kind of place locals go for everyday health stuff — colds, fatigue, blood pressure, checkups — not a sprawling hospital with a number ticket system.

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t automatically mean your appointment will run smoothly in English. Reception and examination may still require a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend depending on who’s working that day. Don’t assume fluency; do assume goodwill.

    It’s located in a low-rise apartment building (コーポ天城, Room 302), so first-timers should look up the address carefully before going — it’s not going to have a big sign out front. Nearest station is Daikanyama on the Tokyu Toyoko Line, about a 5-minute walk. Good option if you live in the area and want a neighborhood doctor rather than a busy hospital.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — the kind of small clinic where you’re not just a number. The doctor reportedly takes time during consultations rather than rushing people out. Wait times are generally reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. It’s not a specialist center, so for complex diagnostics you may get referred out, but for general internal medicine and follow-up care, patients seem to leave feeling heard.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English on its website, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients. But that's different from confirmed English-speaking staff. It's safest to assume Japanese is the primary language at reception and during consultations. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will help. If you can bring a Japanese-speaking friend for your first visit, that's even better. No confirmed English intake forms. Don't expect a fully bilingual experience — plan around the language gap and you'll likely be fine.

    Contact & Location

    • https://yamabiko-clinic.jp
    • 東京都渋谷区猿楽町2-3 コーポ天城302号
    • Daikanyama Station (Tokyu Toyoko Line) — 3 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

    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.
    Daikanyama Yamabiko Clinic

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