HENMI HOSPITAL
Henmi Hospital is a general internal medicine hospital in Higashi-Murayama, a quieter residential area in western Tokyo — not exactly central, but well-connected via the Seibu Haijima Line. It’s been operating under the medical corporation Kouyukai since 1968, so this is an established community hospital rather than a modern expat-focused clinic.
The website has some English content, which is a good sign, but don’t count on a fully English-fluent front desk. This feels like a neighborhood hospital serving local residents first. For routine internal medicine — checkups, chronic condition management, general symptoms — it’s a solid option if you live in the area. If you’re coming from central Tokyo specifically for English support, there are more convenient options. But if Higashi-Murayama or nearby Kodaira is your home base, Henmi Hospital is worth knowing about.
Bring a translation app as backup. Google Translate camera mode will help with any paperwork.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a functional, no-frills community hospital experience. Wait times can run long during busy morning hours — arriving early helps. Doctors are described as thorough and unhurried once you’re in the room, which matters for internal medicine. The atmosphere is calm and local, not clinical and rushed. Staff are generally polite, though communication in English depends heavily on who’s working that day.
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://kouyukai1968.or.jp
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東京都東村山市萩山町３－２６－１６
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Higashiyamacho Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line) — 8 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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English Support
Basic