Hirao Clinic
Hirao Clinic is a small internal medicine practice tucked inside a residential tower in Nishi-Gotanda, a quiet pocket of Shinagawa that most expats walk past without noticing. It’s the kind of place locals use for ongoing health management — think blood pressure, diabetes, fatigue, chronic gut issues — rather than a drop-in urgent care spot.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume that means a fluent English-speaking doctor or bilingual reception will be waiting for you. Reality is probably somewhere in the middle: basic communication may be possible, but you’ll want a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything nuanced.
If you’re in Shinagawa and need a solid internal medicine clinic for a non-emergency issue, this is worth checking out. Just call or email ahead to test the English waters before you show up.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this isn’t a conveyor-belt clinic. The doctor appears thorough and willing to explain things. Wait times seem reasonable for a smaller private practice. It’s not a high-volume facility, which works in your favor if you want actual face time with the physician. Not a lot of expat reviews exist, so the English experience specifically is harder to pin down from patient data alone.
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.hiraoclinic.com/
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東京都品川区西五反田１－７－１ リビオ五反田プラグマ・Ｇタワー３０４
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Gotanda Station (Yamanote Line) — 3 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