Kumamoto Kodomo Kurinikku
Kumamoto Kodomo Clinic sits on the second floor of Kagurazan Medical Center Building in Shinjuku’s Kagurazaka area — a neighborhood that’s walkable, relatively easy to navigate, and has a decent expat presence. Despite the name (“kodomo” means children), this clinic is registered under internal medicine, so the patient base and scope may be broader than the name suggests. Worth confirming when you call or book.
Their website has some English content, which is a good sign, but that doesn’t automatically mean the front desk or doctors will switch into English mid-appointment. The gap between “English website” and “English clinic” is real and common in Japan. Come prepared with a translation app, your health insurance card, and written notes about your symptoms in Japanese if possible.
Located near Ushigome-Kagurazaka Station (Oedo Line) and within walking distance of Iidabashi. Not the most central Shinjuku location, but the Kagurazaka area is pleasant and easy enough to get to.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited in English-language sources. Kagurazaka-area clinics generally run smaller and more neighborhood-focused, which often means shorter wait times than large hospital outpatient departments. Don’t expect a multilingual concierge experience. If you’re comfortable with basic Japanese or have a translation app ready, that’ll carry you a long way here. Calling ahead to flag your language needs is genuinely useful.
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://kumamotokodomo.com/
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東京都新宿区天神町７－４ 神楽坂メディカルセンタービル２Ｆ
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Kagurazaka Station (Tozai Line) — 2 min walk
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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.
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English Support
Basic