HACHISU Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kamiitagashi Station (Tobu Tojo Line) — 3 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • HACHISU Clinic is a small internal medicine practice on the second floor of a building in Kamiiitabashi, Itabashi Ward — not central Tokyo, but a genuinely residential area where locals actually live. Internal medicine here means the usual suspects: colds, fatigue, blood pressure, diabetes management, chronic condition checkups, and general adult health concerns.

    The clinic has some English-language content on its website, which is a decent sign — at minimum someone there thought about non-Japanese patients. But “website has English” doesn’t always mean the front desk can hold a conversation. Realistically, you should expect a mostly Japanese-language environment. A translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend along for your first visit would make things smoother. That said, for routine internal medicine needs — especially if you live in Itabashi or nearby — it’s worth a look. It’s a neighborhood clinic, not an international medical center, and that’s fine for what it is.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward neighborhood clinic experience — no frills, but generally competent and unhurried for a local practice. Wait times appear reasonable by Tokyo clinic standards. The doctor seems thorough enough for routine internal medicine, and the atmosphere is calm rather than rushed. It’s the kind of place regulars return to for ongoing care rather than a one-off visit. No strong reports of exceptional English support, but no major complaints either.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic's website has some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients. In practice, full English consultation is unconfirmed. Reception is likely Japanese-only or limited English at best. Medical forms are almost certainly in Japanese. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app (Google Translate's camera mode handles forms well) or a Japanese-speaking friend. For simple, recurring visits once you've established care, the language barrier becomes more manageable over time.

    Contact & Location

    • https://hachisu-clinic.jp/
    • 東京都板橋区上板橋2-31-13 2F
    • Kamiitagashi Station (Tobu Tojo 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

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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