ITAGAKI Clinic
ITAGAKI Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic in Kita Ward, tucked into the residential streets near Jujo Station. This is a local doctor’s office in the truest sense — the kind of place where regulars know the staff and appointments actually move. They handle the everyday stuff: colds, chronic conditions, blood pressure, diabetes management, general checkups.
English capability here is conversational rather than clinical-grade fluency. Don’t expect a fully bilingual experience, but you won’t be left completely stranded either. Staff can handle basic communication, and there are some English resources available. If your Japanese is zero, a translation app as backup is smart. If you have basic Japanese or a bilingual friend to call, you’ll be fine.
This isn’t a specialist expat clinic. It’s a functioning local clinic that can work with English speakers — which honestly covers a lot of what most expats actually need day-to-day.
Patient Feedback
Patients describe a classic neighborhood clinic feel — no frills, but functional and generally efficient. Wait times can stretch during peak morning hours, so arriving early or calling ahead helps. The doctor comes across as thorough rather than rushed, which locals appreciate. It’s not a clinic that’s going out of its way to impress you, but it gets the job done reliably. Good fit for expats who want a consistent local GP rather than a hospital experience.
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.itagaki.or.jp
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東京都北区十条仲原１－４－１４
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Jujo Station (JR Keihin-Tohoku Line) — 5 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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