HOJO IIN

Total reviews: 345
Omori Station (Keihin-Tohoku Line) — 3 min walk
  • Conversational English confirmed
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Hojo Clinic (北條医院) is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic in Ota Ward, sitting in the Omori-Kita area of Tokyo — a quieter residential pocket south of central Tokyo. This is a general internal medicine practice, so think adult health management: chronic conditions, checkups, colds, referrals. It’s not a hospital, it’s a local doctor’s office, and it operates like one — meaning you’re not waiting behind 50 people in a massive lobby, but you’re also not getting specialist treatment on-site.

    English capability here is described as conversational, and the clinic does have some English-facing resources. That’s a meaningful step above zero, but don’t expect a fully bilingual experience. If you can handle basic back-and-forth in English with a doctor who’s making a genuine effort, you’ll probably be fine. If you need detailed nuanced medical conversations entirely in English, bring a bilingual friend or use a translation app as backup.

    Good option for Ota-based expats who want a local GP-style clinic without trekking into central Tokyo for routine care.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a clinic that feels genuinely community-oriented — this is a local doctor who knows his area and takes time with patients. Wait times are generally reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The doctor is noted as thorough and not dismissive, which matters when you’re navigating healthcare in a second language. The overall vibe is calm and unpretentious. Not flashy, but functional and reliable — which is exactly what you want from a GP.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has confirmed conversational English capability, meaning at minimum the doctor or staff can communicate basic medical information in English. There are also some English resources available — likely forms or printed materials, though full bilingual documentation isn't guaranteed. Expect a genuine effort rather than a seamless bilingual experience. A translation app on your phone is smart backup. If your medical situation is complex or involves detailed history-taking, prepare key terms and symptoms in Japanese beforehand.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.hojo-clinic.jp/
    • 東京都大田区大森北3-4-5 大森北誠ビル1・2F
    • Omori Station (Keihin-Tohoku 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

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    HOJO IIN

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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