Fukuoka Ganka Clinic Nakano
Fukuoka Ganka Clinic Nakano is an ophthalmology clinic on the 5th floor of a commercial building a short walk from Nakano Station. Despite the Fukuoka name, this is firmly Tokyo — the branding comes from the founding doctor, not the city.
They handle the full range of eye care: routine vision checks, contact lens fittings, dry eye, glaucoma screening, and more. It’s a smaller clinic, which means shorter waits than a hospital eye department and more direct time with the doctor.
English is workable here. Reception has conversational ability and the doctor can manage basic medical communication in English. It won’t feel like a native-language appointment, but you can get through a standard visit without a Japanese-speaking companion. Having your symptoms written down in advance helps. The clinic also has some English-language materials available.
The building itself — Nakano South Terra Office Wing — is easy to navigate once you know you’re looking for the office tower entrance rather than the retail side.
Patient Feedback
Patients tend to note that wait times are reasonable compared to larger hospital eye departments. The doctor is described as thorough during exams — not rushed. The clinic is compact, so the atmosphere is quieter and less chaotic than a big hospital outpatient department. Contact lens consultations are a common reason expats visit. First-timers occasionally get tripped up finding the office entrance to the building rather than the shopping side.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://fukuoka-eyeclinic-nakano.com
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東京都中野区中野２－２４－１１ ナカノサウステラ・オフィス棟５階 Ｅ区画
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Nakano Station (JR Chuo Line) — 2 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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