Family Mental Clinic Matsutani
Family Mental Clinic Matsutani sits on the 5th floor of a building in Yōga, a quiet residential pocket of Setagaya that most tourists never see. Despite the “Mental” in the name, the registered specialty here is internal medicine — so expect general health concerns, lifestyle disease management, and that kind of everyday primary care, not psychiatric services.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign. But “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean smooth English communication in person. Yōga isn’t a heavily internationalized area, so walk in with realistic expectations: a translation app on your phone is smart backup. That said, the neighborhood family clinic vibe tends to mean shorter waits and doctors who actually have time for you — a real trade-off worth considering versus a packed urban hospital.
Yōga Station (Den-en-toshi Line) is your stop. Easy 10-minute ride from Shibuya.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a relaxed, unhurried atmosphere typical of neighborhood clinics in residential Setagaya. Wait times appear reasonable compared to larger urban facilities. Doctors seem thorough with consultations rather than rushing you out. The clinic draws a local, community-focused crowd — which generally means staff who recognize repeat patients. No widespread reports of exceptional English support, but also no horror stories. Manageable for expats comfortable using translation tools.
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.matsutani-clinic.com/
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東京都世田谷区用賀４－４－８ 第２福島ビル５Ｆ
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Yoga Station (Denentoshi Line) — 3 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