kodiya clinic
Kodiya Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic in Adachi Ward, sitting in the quieter residential stretch of Furuchiya Honmachi. It’s a community-focused practice — the kind of place locals have been going to for decades rather than a slick expat-targeted facility. They handle the everyday stuff: colds, chronic conditions, checkups, referrals.
English capability here is conversational rather than fluent. Someone at reception or the doctor level can get through a basic consultation in English, and they have some English materials to help. You’re not going to need to mime everything, but coming with a written summary of your symptoms or a translation app as backup is still smart. This isn’t a place that advertises international services — it just quietly functions well enough for English speakers with straightforward medical needs.
For expats living in Adachi, that matters. English-friendly options in this ward aren’t exactly everywhere. If you’re in the neighborhood and need a reliable GP-style clinic for routine care, this is a reasonable option.
Patient Feedback
Patients describe a calm, no-frills experience typical of a long-established local clinic. Wait times can run on the longer side during peak morning hours — arriving early helps. The doctor takes time during consultations rather than rushing people through. The atmosphere is quiet and community-facing, so don’t expect a high-tech setup. It works best for ongoing care or straightforward illness rather than complex diagnostic workups.
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 -
http://www.koyukai1978.or.jp
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東京都足立区古千谷本町1-2-21
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Kita-Senjyu Station (Asakusa Line) — 8 min walk
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