IGARASHI Pediatrics Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kaminishikoji Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line) — 3 min walk
  • Pediatric-only focused practice
  • Near central Tokyo
  • IGARASHI Pediatrics Clinic is a neighborhood kids’ clinic on the second floor of a small building in Kami-Shakujii, Nerima — not a shiny hospital, just a working local practice that families in this quiet residential pocket of northwest Tokyo rely on. They handle the standard pediatric load: fevers, coughs, rashes, developmental checkups, vaccines. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English-speaking consultation. You might get some basic English from staff, or you might be navigating with a translation app. If your kid is sick and you live nearby, this is a practical option. If you need deep medical conversations in English, bring a bilingual friend or use a translation app as backup. It’s a second-floor walk-up, so factor that in with a stroller.

    Patient Feedback

    Local parents describe this as a reliable neighborhood clinic — nothing flashy, but the doctor is thorough and doesn’t rush appointments. Wait times can stretch during cold and flu season, as with any busy pediatric practice. The clinic has a calm, low-key atmosphere that doesn’t feel overwhelming for anxious kids. It’s the kind of place regulars return to because it’s consistent, not because it’s impressive.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic website includes some English-facing content, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee a smooth English consultation. Reception is likely Japanese-only or minimal English at best. Medical forms are almost certainly in Japanese. Bring a translation app, have your child's medical history written in Japanese if possible, and don't expect the doctor to switch fully into English mid-appointment. Manageable, but go prepared.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.igarashishounika.com
    • 東京都練馬区上石神井1-34-18 ファーストパレス2F
    • Kaminishikoji Station (Seibu Shinjuku 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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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    IGARASHI Pediatrics Clinic

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