Harajuku Rehabilitation Hospital

Total reviews: 345
Meiji-Jingu Mae Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 3 min walk
  • Rehabilitation specialist facility
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Harajuku Rehabilitation Hospital sits in the upscale residential stretch of Jingumae, a short walk from Omotesando. Despite the “Harajuku” name, this is not a trendy fashion-district clinic — it’s a serious rehabilitation-focused hospital run by the Kyoju no Kai medical corporation, which operates similar facilities across Japan.

    The specialty listing says Internal Medicine, but the facility’s real identity is rehabilitation. Think post-stroke recovery, orthopedic rehab, and longer-stay care rather than a quick GP visit for a cold.

    The website has some English-facing content, which is a good sign, but don’t assume fluent English support at the front desk. This is a specialist hospital, not an expat-friendly general clinic. If you’re coming here, you likely already have a referral from another doctor. Bring a Japanese-speaking friend or a translation app if your Japanese is limited. For complex rehab needs in central Tokyo, this is a legitimate option worth knowing about.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a facility that takes long-term and post-acute care seriously. Staff are generally described as attentive, particularly for rehab patients staying longer term. Wait times are less of an issue here than at general outpatient clinics — the nature of rehab care means appointments are structured. The atmosphere is calm and clinical rather than rushed. Not a drop-in kind of place.

    English Language Proficiency

    The hospital's website shows some English content, which suggests awareness of international patients — but that doesn't mean the front desk speaks fluent English. Realistically, expect Japanese-dominant interactions. A translation app will help. If you're being referred here by another hospital, ask your referring doctor to flag the language need in advance. Forms are almost certainly Japanese only. Come prepared, not expecting.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.harajuku-reha.com/
    • 東京都渋谷区神宮前6-26-1
    • Meiji-Jingu Mae Station (Fukutoshin 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Harajuku Rehabilitation Hospital

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    Proficiency Score
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