KOBAYASHI Eye Clinic
KOBAYASHI Eye Clinic sits on the second floor of Kamishakujii Flower Medical Mall in Nerima — a quiet residential corner of northwest Tokyo that most expats never end up in unless they live nearby. That’s actually the point: this is a neighborhood eye clinic serving the local community, not a downtown facility built for international patients.
The clinic covers standard ophthalmology: vision checks, glaucoma screening, cataracts, dry eye, contact lens fittings. Nothing exotic, but solid bread-and-butter eye care.
English capability is genuinely unclear. The website has some English-language content, which is a good sign, but that doesn’t guarantee the staff can hold a full medical conversation in English. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app and write down your symptoms beforehand. A Japanese-speaking friend along for the ride wouldn’t hurt either.
If you live in Nerima and need routine eye care without trekking into central Tokyo, this is worth a shot. If you need complex treatment or need to explain nuanced symptoms in English, factor in the language uncertainty before booking.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback is limited in English-language sources, which tracks for a local Nerima clinic not actively courting international patients. Japanese reviewers generally describe it as a straightforward, no-fuss neighborhood eye clinic — reasonable wait times, attentive doctors, clean facility. The second-floor mall location makes it accessible. Don’t expect a cutting-edge urban clinic experience; expect a competent local practice that knows its regular patients.
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.kobayashi-eyeclinic.net/
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東京都練馬区上石神井２－２３－２０ 上石神井フラワーメディカルモール２階
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Kaminishikoji Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line) — 3 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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English Support
Basic