HORI SANFUJINKA

Total reviews: 345
Takanawa Gateway Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 2 min walk
  • Convenient to Shinagawa Station
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Hori Sanfujinka is a small OB/GYN clinic tucked into the first floor of a low-rise building in Takanawa, Minato. It’s been around long enough to have a loyal local following, and the focus is squarely on women’s health — gynecological exams, contraception, and general reproductive care.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a full English-language consultation waiting for you. Reality is probably somewhere in the middle — basic communication may be manageable, but complex medical conversations will go smoother if you bring a Japanese-speaking friend or a solid translation app. It’s a neighborhood clinic, not an international hospital. The location in Takanawa puts it close to Shinagawa and Shirokanedai, which makes it reasonably accessible from a lot of expat-heavy parts of Tokyo.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, no-frills atmosphere typical of a private Japanese neighborhood clinic. Wait times tend to be reasonable compared to larger hospital OB/GYN departments. The doctor is described as thorough and professional. It’s not a flashy setup — expect a small waiting room, efficient appointments, and a clinical but not cold experience. Good fit if you want straightforward gynecological care without the chaos of a big hospital.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients, but confirmed English-speaking staff hasn't been documented. Reception may handle very basic English, but don't count on a full consultation in English. Bring Google Translate or a bilingual companion if you're discussing anything detailed — symptoms, prescriptions, test results. Forms are almost certainly in Japanese only. Manageable for expats who've navigated Japanese clinics before, trickier for first-timers.

    Contact & Location

    • http://hori3541.or.jp
    • 東京都港区高輪3-7-8 西町ビル1F
    • Takanawa Gateway Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 2 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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