Kiyose Motomachi Shiino Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kiyose Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line) — 5 min walk
  • English content on clinic website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kiyose Motomachi Shiino Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic sitting on the ground floor of the Arc Kiyose building in Kiyose City, on Tokyo’s northwestern edge. This is suburban, residential Tokyo — think quiet streets, not Shinjuku crowds. The clinic handles the everyday stuff: colds, chronic disease management, checkups, general adult health concerns.

    The clinic’s website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign — it at least signals awareness that non-Japanese patients exist. But don’t assume that means a fully English-speaking front desk or bilingual consultation. Reality is probably somewhere in the middle: a translation app will smooth things over considerably, and written communication may go better than spoken.

    If you’re living in the Kiyose or Higashi-Kurume area and need a reliable GP-style clinic close to home, this is a reasonable option. It’s not a specialist expat clinic, but it functions as the kind of place you’d want nearby for ongoing care or when something comes up and you don’t want to travel into central Tokyo.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward neighborhood clinic experience. Wait times are typical for a local Tokyo clinic — expect some sitting around, especially on weekday mornings. The doctors appear thorough rather than rushed, which patients tend to appreciate. The atmosphere is calm and unpretentious. It’s not a large facility, so you’re not getting lost in a hospital-style system. Regulars seem to stick around, which usually means something is working.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or during consultations. Realistically, you should expect Japanese-primary service. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will be genuinely useful here — both for explaining symptoms and reading any paperwork. Forms are almost certainly Japanese-only. If your Japanese is minimal, come prepared with written notes about your symptoms and medication history. Don't expect a smooth English-only visit, but don't assume it's impossible to manage either.

    Contact & Location

    • http://shiino-clinic.com
    • 東京都清瀬市元町1-8-19 アーク清瀬1F
    • Kiyose Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line) — 5 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.
    Kiyose Motomachi Shiino Clinic

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