HARA MEDICAL CLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Meiji-Jingu Mae Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 2 min walk
  • English website available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Hara Medical Clinic sits in Sendagaya, on the Shibuya ward side where the neighborhood starts getting quieter — not the scramble-crossing chaos, but still very accessible. It’s an internal medicine clinic run under a medical corporation, which usually means a bit more structure than a solo GP practice. They handle the standard internal medicine range: chronic conditions, checkups, referrals, general adult health.

    Their website has some English-language content, which is a decent signal — they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. But “English on the website” doesn’t automatically mean “English at the front desk,” and there’s no confirmed English-speaking staff listed. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a bilingual friend, especially for intake paperwork. That said, Shibuya-area clinics generally have more experience with international patients than suburban practices do.

    Good option if you’re based in or near Shibuya and need a reliable internal medicine clinic for ongoing care or a one-off health concern.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a fairly standard Japanese clinic experience: organized, efficient, not a lot of small talk. Wait times seem reasonable for a Shibuya-area practice. Doctors are reported as thorough rather than rushed, which matters when you’re trying to explain symptoms across a language gap. The clinic’s structure under a medical corporation suggests consistent protocols. No reports of exceptional English service, but no complaints about being turned away either.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, so there's some awareness of international patients. But confirmed English-speaking staff? Unclear. Reception is likely Japanese-only in practice. Forms are probably in Japanese. If you show up without any Japanese ability and no translation help, expect friction. Google Translate or a medical translation app will get you through intake. A bilingual friend is better. If your condition is complex, consider calling ahead to test the language waters before you commit to the trip.

    Contact & Location

    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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