ISHIHARA Internal Medicine Clinic
ISHIHARA Internal Medicine Clinic sits on the third floor of the Shirokanedai Crest building in Shirokanedai, one of Tokyo’s quieter, more residential pockets in Minato-ku. It’s a standard Japanese naika — your go-to for fevers, fatigue, chronic conditions, lifestyle disease management, and general checkups.
The clinic has some English on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual operation. Full English service on the ground isn’t confirmed. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything beyond basic symptoms. That said, Minato-ku clinics tend to see more international patients than most wards, so staff may have more experience with non-Japanese speakers than average.
Good fit for: expats living in or near Shirokanedai, Meguro, or Hiroo who need a local internist for routine care or ongoing health management. Not the place to go if you need guaranteed English from the first phone call.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, no-frills clinic experience typical of a neighborhood naika. Wait times appear reasonable for the area. The doctor is described as methodical and thorough rather than rushed — which matters when you’re trying to explain symptoms across a language gap. The setting is small and quiet. Not a high-volume urban clinic, which is either a plus or a minus depending on what you’re after.
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.ishihara-naika.com
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東京都港区白金台４－２－１１ 白金台クレスト３Ｆ
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Shirakanedai Station (Namboku Line) — 2 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- 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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