KOGURE Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 8 min walk
  • Conversational English confirmed
  • Near central Tokyo
  • KOGURE Clinic is a small internal medicine practice tucked on the second floor of a building in Himonya, Meguro — a quiet residential pocket that’s easy to miss if you’re not looking for it. This is a neighborhood doctor’s office in the truest sense: not a big hospital, not a tourist-facing international clinic. It handles the everyday stuff — colds, fatigue, blood pressure, chronic condition management, general checkups.

    English is conversational here, not fluent. That means you can get through a basic consultation without pulling out Google Translate, but for anything complicated — detailed symptom history, medication questions, mental health concerns — you’ll want to prepare notes in Japanese or bring a bilingual friend. Some English resources are available, which helps.

    The clinic suits expats who live in the Meguro area and need a reliable local GP for routine care. Don’t expect the hand-holding of an international clinic. Do expect a real doctor who takes the time to actually listen.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients describe a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this isn’t a conveyor-belt clinic. Wait times are generally reasonable for a local practice. The doctor is thorough during consultations and doesn’t rush you out the door. It’s a small operation, so expect a personal feel rather than a polished system. Booking ahead is smart. People who live nearby and want a consistent local GP tend to come back.

    English Language Proficiency

    Reception and the doctor have conversational English — enough to handle a standard visit without a translation app. You can describe basic symptoms, ask about prescriptions, and follow general instructions. That said, nuanced conversations about ongoing conditions or complex diagnoses will be harder. Some English materials are available at the clinic. If your Japanese is zero and your medical situation is complicated, prepare written notes or key vocabulary before you go.

    Contact & Location

    • https://kogure-clinic.sakura.ne.jp/
    • 東京都目黒区碑文谷4-18-11-2F
    • Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 8 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.
    KOGURE Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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