Iino Byoin

Total reviews: 345
Chofu Station (Keio Line) — 5 min walk
  • Full hospital facilities available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Iino Byoin is a general internal medicine hospital in Chofu, a quieter residential area in western Tokyo — not central, but well-connected via the Keio Line. It’s a proper byoin (hospital) rather than a small clinic, which means more facilities and departments under one roof. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume that means fluent English-speaking staff will be waiting at reception. For routine internal medicine — think checkups, chronic conditions, referrals — this is a solid local option if you’re based in Chofu or nearby. Bring a Japanese-speaking friend or a translation app if your Japanese is limited. The hospital setup means you may deal with multiple windows and departments, which can be confusing in any language. Not a foreigner-specialist clinic, but a real community hospital that’s made some effort toward accessibility.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a functional, no-frills community hospital experience. Wait times can run long during busy morning hours, which is typical for Japanese hospitals. Doctors are described as thorough and professional. The multi-department layout means navigating several counters, which takes patience. Locals rate it well for consistent, reliable care. Not a lot of hand-holding, but you’ll get properly assessed.

    English Language Proficiency

    The hospital has some English on its website, but on-the-ground English support is unconfirmed. Reception staff likely speak limited English at best. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will be useful. Medical forms are almost certainly Japanese-only. If you have a Japanese-speaking friend or colleague, bring them for your first visit. This is a community hospital first — English accessibility is a bonus, not a guarantee.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.iino-hospital.or.jp/
    • 東京都調布市布田4-3-2
    • Chofu Station (Keio Line) — 5 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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    Proficiency Score
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