INOUE CLINIC
Inoue Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine practice in Hokima, Adachi — one of Tokyo’s quieter residential wards, well away from the central expat clusters of Minato or Shinjuku. This is a community clinic serving local families, not a foreigner-focused medical center. They handle the standard internal medicine workload: colds, chronic conditions, checkups, referrals.
Their website has some English-language content, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients, but don’t walk in expecting bilingual reception or English intake forms. A translation app is your friend here. That said, Adachi has a growing international population, and local clinics in the area are increasingly used to seeing patients who aren’t fully Japanese-fluent.
If you live in Adachi and need a reliable GP-style clinic within walking distance, this is a reasonable option. If you’re traveling across Tokyo hoping for a smooth English consultation, look elsewhere first.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specific to Inoue Clinic is limited in English-language sources. Clinics of this type in Adachi generally run on appointment or walk-in systems with moderate wait times. The doctor-patient relationship at smaller neighborhood practices like this tends to be more personal than at large hospital outpatient departments — you’re less likely to feel like a number. Expect a traditional Japanese clinic atmosphere: efficient, no-frills, focused on getting you assessed and out.
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.inoue-iin.net/
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東京都足立区保木間１－３１－１０
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Hokima Station (Tsukuba Express) — 8 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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
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