KUBOTA CLINIC
Kubota Clinic is a psychiatric practice run by the medical corporation Sosikai, sitting in Sumida — one of Tokyo’s less touristy, more residential eastern wards. It handles the full range of mental health concerns you’d expect from a psychiatry clinic: depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and related conditions.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume that means a fluent English-speaking psychiatrist or bilingual front desk staff. Psychiatry is one of the harder specialties to navigate in a second language — you really need to be able to explain how you’re feeling with nuance — so go in with realistic expectations. Bring a Japanese-speaking friend or a solid translation setup if your Japanese is limited.
Sumida isn’t the most expat-dense part of Tokyo, so this clinic isn’t built around serving a foreign clientele. But if you’re living in the area and need psychiatric care, it’s a real option worth checking out directly before assuming it won’t work for you.
Patient Feedback
Public review data for Kubota Clinic is limited, which is pretty common for psychiatric clinics in Japan — people tend not to post openly about mental health appointments. What’s available suggests a straightforward, no-frills clinical environment. Expect a relatively standard Japanese psychiatry setup: shorter appointment windows, a focus on assessment and medication management, and a calm, low-stimulation waiting area. Don’t expect lengthy talk-therapy-style sessions as a default.
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 -
https://kubocli.jp/kubota/
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東京都墨田区横川３－２－４
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Kuramae Station (Asakusa Line) — 8 min walk
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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.
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