Kohara Clinic
Kohara Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine practice in Higashi-Ogu, Arakawa — a quiet, residential part of Tokyo that most expats never end up in unless they actually live there. It operates under the medical corporation Rokubyoukai, which suggests a more established setup than your average solo GP. Internal medicine here means the usual: colds, chronic conditions, checkups, referrals when something needs specialist attention.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t take that as a guarantee of fluent English-speaking staff at reception or during consultations. Arakawa isn’t a high-expat-density area, so English infrastructure is probably limited. A translation app and some prepared Japanese phrases will serve you well. That said, if you live nearby, this is likely your most practical option for routine care without trekking to central Tokyo.
Best suited for expats already living in Arakawa who need a local doctor for ongoing care, not a one-off English-friendly consultation.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on Kohara Clinic is sparse in English-language spaces, which tracks for a clinic in a low-expat area. What surfaces suggests it functions like a reliable local clinic — not fast, but not chaotic. Wait times can stretch during busy periods, as with most neighborhood practices. The doctor appears thorough and unhurried with established patients. Expect a traditional Japanese GP experience: methodical, a bit formal, and focused on your actual health problem rather than bedside charm.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.kohara-clinic.jp
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東京都荒川区東尾久６－８－５
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Minowa Station (Asakusa Line) — 4 min walk
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