Ishino Iin
Ishino Iin is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic in Kita-Mineyama, Ota Ward — a quiet residential pocket of southern Tokyo. The clinic operates under a medical corporation focused on kampo (traditional Japanese herbal medicine) alongside conventional internal medicine, which is genuinely unusual and worth knowing if you’re open to integrated approaches.
The website has some English content, which is a good sign, but don’t show up expecting bilingual reception staff. This is a local family clinic serving a Japanese-speaking community. Bring a translation app, have your symptoms written out in Japanese if possible, and you’ll be fine. The kampo angle means consultations can run longer and more conversational than a typical GP visit — the doctor wants context, not just symptoms.
Good for: general internal medicine, ongoing health management, and anyone curious about kampo as part of their care. Not the place for urgent or complex English-language navigation without preparation.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried consultation style — the kampo focus means the doctor tends to ask more questions about lifestyle, stress, and digestion than a typical GP. Wait times can stretch at peak hours; morning slots fill fast. The clinic has a calm, old-school neighborhood feel. Patients who appreciate a doctor who actually listens tend to rate it highly.
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://kampo-ishino.com/
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東京都大田区北嶺町１６－１０
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Ishikawai Station (Keikyu Main Line) — 4 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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