HAKUJUJI CLINIC
Hakujuji Clinic is an internal medicine practice tucked into a multi-tenant office building in Nishi-Nippori, Arakawa. Third and fourth floors of the KS Building — not the most obvious find, so budget a few extra minutes the first visit.
Internal medicine here covers the usual general adult health territory: checkups, chronic condition management, colds and fevers, referrals. Nothing exotic on the specialty side, but that’s often exactly what expats need — a reliable GP equivalent who can handle everyday health issues without sending you to a massive hospital.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t bank on walking in and having a fluent English conversation at the desk. Reality is probably somewhere between “basic English possible” and “bring a translation app just in case.” If your Japanese is zero, texting ahead or using a medical translation app during the visit is a sensible backup plan. For expats in Arakawa or the Nishi-Nippori area who need a neighborhood clinic rather than a big hospital, this is worth knowing about.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on this clinic is limited in English-language sources, which itself tells you something — it skews toward a local Japanese patient base. That’s not a dealbreaker, but set expectations accordingly. Clinics like this in residential Tokyo neighborhoods tend to run efficiently, with shorter waits than big hospitals, and doctors who know their regular patients well. First-timers may find the intake process slower if communication is a hurdle.
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.hakujuji-clinic.com
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東京都荒川区西日暮里２－１９－１０ 日暮里ＫＳビル３階４階
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Nishi-Nippori Station (Chiyoda 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
Basic