kenkou kurinikku

Total reviews: 345
Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo Line) — 3 min walk
  • Hospital-affiliated internal medicine
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kenkou Clinic sits on the 3rd through 5th floors of the BOSEN building in Tachikawa, a major western Tokyo hub that’s easy to reach on the Chuo Line. It’s attached to Tachikawa Chuo Hospital, which means you’re getting a clinic with real institutional backing — not a solo GP running a small shop. The focus is internal medicine: think checkups, chronic condition management, lifestyle-related illness, and general adult health concerns.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully English-language experience. Reception and full consultation in English is unconfirmed. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend, especially for your first visit. That said, being tied to a larger hospital network means there’s infrastructure here — referrals, diagnostics, and follow-up care are more streamlined than at a standalone clinic.

    Good option if you’re based in or around Tachikawa and need a reliable internal medicine base rather than a tourist-focused clinic.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a clinic that runs like a proper medical institution — organized, thorough, not rushed. Wait times can stretch during busy periods, as expected with a hospital-affiliated facility. Doctors tend to be methodical rather than breezy, which suits people who want their symptoms actually investigated. The multi-floor setup means different services are spread across floors, so be ready to move around the building during a visit.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic's website has some English-facing content, which suggests awareness of international patients. But confirmed English-speaking staff at reception or during consultations? That's not clear. If you show up without Japanese ability, you may hit a wall at the front desk. A translation app will help. Bringing a bilingual friend for your first visit is the safer move. Don't book expecting a fully English-supported experience — treat any English assistance as a bonus, not a guarantee.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.kenkou-clinic.jp
    • 東京都立川市柴崎町3-14-2 BOSEN3・4F・5F
    • Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo Line) — 3 min walk
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

    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

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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