KOMATSU Eye Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Akishima Station (JR Itsukaichi Line) — 8 min walk
  • Thorough eye examinations offered
  • Near central Tokyo
  • KOMATSU Eye Clinic is a neighborhood ophthalmology clinic in Akishima, a quiet residential city in western Tokyo accessible via the JR Ōme Line. It operates under the medical corporation Keijinkai and handles the standard range of eye care — vision checks, glaucoma screening, cataracts, dry eye, and general examinations.

    The clinic has some English-language content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual setup. Reception staff likely have limited English, so bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is minimal. That said, for straightforward eye appointments, you can get a lot done with gestures, a smartphone, and a bit of patience.

    This is a local clinic serving a local community — not a foreigner-facing international medical center. If you’re based in Akishima or the surrounding Tama area and need an eye doctor without trekking into central Tokyo, this is a practical option worth knowing about.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a thorough, no-rush examination style — the kind of local clinic where the doctor actually looks at your eyes rather than spending three minutes with you. Wait times can run long during busy morning hours, so arriving early or booking ahead helps. The atmosphere is calm and neighborhood-friendly rather than clinical and rushed. Patients with basic Japanese or a phone translator generally manage fine.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, but on-the-ground English support is unconfirmed. Reception staff are unlikely to be fluent. Medical forms are almost certainly Japanese only. For a straightforward eye exam, Google Translate or DeepL on your phone will carry you most of the way. If your situation is complex — multiple symptoms, specific diagnoses to communicate — bring a Japanese-speaking friend or use a medical interpreter service beforehand.

    Contact & Location

    • https://komatsu-eyeclinic.hk502.com
    • 東京都昭島市朝日町3-7-9
    • Akishima Station (JR Itsukaichi 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?

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    • 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.
    KOMATSU Eye Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

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