KOYAMA CLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Higashikurume Station (Seibu Ikebukuro Line) — 8 min walk
  • English content on clinic website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Koyama Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic in Higashikurume, a quiet residential city in western Tokyo — not exactly expat central, but if you live out this way, it matters that it exists. The clinic sits on the first floor of a building called Riverside 88, which sounds more dramatic than it is, but the location is accessible. Internal medicine here means the usual: colds, chronic conditions, checkups, referrals when something bigger is going on.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t take that as a guarantee of smooth English communication at the desk or with the doctor. Come prepared — have your symptoms written down, bring a translation app, and don’t assume the staff can hold a full medical conversation in English. That said, having any English presence online puts this ahead of many local clinics in the area.

    If you’re an expat living in Higashikurume or nearby and need a regular internal medicine doctor within walking distance, this is worth checking out. Just go in with realistic expectations about language support.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for Koyama Clinic isn’t widely available in English, which is common for smaller neighborhood clinics outside central Tokyo. Based on its profile, it functions as a community-focused internal medicine practice — the kind of place where locals go for the same doctor year after year. Expect a quieter, more personal atmosphere than a big urban clinic. Wait times at smaller clinics like this tend to be shorter than hospital outpatient departments, but bring patience regardless.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which is better than nothing, but there's no confirmed information about English-speaking staff at reception or with the doctor. Realistically, you should prepare for a mostly Japanese interaction. Write down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand, use Google Translate or a medical translation app, and if possible, bring a Japanese-speaking friend. Don't count on English intake forms. Calling ahead to ask about English support is worth doing before your first visit.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.koyama-clinic.jp/
    • 東京都東久留米市金山町1-7-1 リバーサイド88 1F
    • Higashikurume Station (Seibu Ikebukuro 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.
    KOYAMA CLINIC

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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