JIUNDO HOSPITAL
Jiundo Hospital is a mid-sized general hospital in Nerima’s Sekimachi area, focused on internal medicine. It’s not in the flashy central Tokyo bubble — this is a residential neighborhood, and the hospital reflects that: practical, community-oriented, built for people who actually live nearby rather than medical tourists passing through Shinjuku.
Their website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients at least a little. That said, don’t walk in expecting a bilingual front desk. The English online presence is more informational than operational — it’s there, but it doesn’t tell you much about what happens when you show up and need to actually communicate.
For expats living in Nerima or western Tokyo, this is a genuinely convenient option for everyday internal medicine needs — think chronic condition management, general checkups, or when something’s wrong and you need a real doctor rather than a clinic. Bring a translation app, consider using Google Translate’s camera function on paperwork, and if you can, have a Japanese-speaking friend on standby by phone.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, no-rush approach from doctors — this isn’t a conveyor-belt clinic. Wait times can run long, especially without an appointment, which is pretty standard for a community hospital in Japan. The atmosphere is calm and neighborhood-friendly rather than clinical and cold. Staff are described as polite, though communication with non-Japanese speakers relies heavily on patience and gesture more than language.
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 -
https://www.jiundo.or.jp
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東京都練馬区関町南４－１４－５３
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Sekimachi Station (Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line) — 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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