Kitasando-Mental-Shinryojo

Total reviews: 345
Kitasando Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 2 min walk
  • Mental health specialty focus
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kitasando Mental Clinic (北参道こころの診療所) sits on the second floor of a small office building in Sendagaya, Shibuya — close to Kitasando Station on the Fukutoshin Line. Despite the “internal medicine” classification, the name makes clear this is a mental health-focused practice. Think psychiatry and psychological care rather than stomach checkups.

    The clinic has some English on its website, which is a decent sign, but whether that translates to English-speaking staff at reception or during consultations is genuinely unclear. Don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent conversation. Bring a translation app, prep your symptoms in Japanese if you can, or bring a Japanese-speaking friend if the appointment matters a lot.

    That said, for expats in Shibuya dealing with anxiety, depression, or stress-related issues, options are limited. This clinic is worth investigating. Call ahead, use the contact form on their site, and ask directly about English support before booking.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback on this clinic is sparse in English-language spaces, which isn’t unusual for smaller mental health practices in Tokyo. What exists suggests a quiet, low-key environment — appropriate for the specialty. Wait times appear reasonable for a private clinic. Doctors seem thorough with intake. Don’t expect a large, busy facility. This is a small practice, which for mental health care can actually be a plus.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English content, which suggests at least basic awareness of non-Japanese patients. But that's where certainty ends. There's no confirmed English-speaking doctor or bilingual reception staff listed. Forms are almost certainly in Japanese. If your Japanese is minimal, use their web contact form with English text and see how they respond — that'll tell you more than any directory listing will. Translation app or a bilingual companion strongly recommended for first visit.

    Contact & Location

    • http://kitasando-mental-clinic.jp
    • 東京都渋谷区千駄ケ谷3-32-2 北参道ウイングビル2F
    • Kitasando Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 2 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?

    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.
    Kitasando-Mental-Shinryojo

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    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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