KURUMI CLINIC
Kurumi Clinic is a small internal medicine clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Setagaya, one of Tokyo’s quieter western wards. It handles the everyday stuff — colds, fevers, chronic conditions, general checkups — the kind of clinic you want to know about before you actually need it.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual experience at the counter. This is a neighborhood clinic serving a Japanese-speaking community. If your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app or a bilingual friend for your first visit. That said, the fact that they’ve made any English effort at all puts them ahead of many local clinics in the area.
Setagaya is a big ward — make sure you check the exact address (大原２－２３－５) before heading out, as it’s not right next to a major hub.
For expats in the Setagaya or Shimokitazawa area who need reliable, no-frills internal medicine care close to home, this is worth bookmarking.
Patient Feedback
Patient experience data for Kurumi Clinic is limited, so take this with a grain of salt. It reads like a classic small Japanese neighborhood clinic — likely short wait times compared to big hospital outpatient departments, a more personal feel, and a doctor who knows their regular patients. Don’t expect the kind of multilingual coordination you’d get at an international clinic. It’s efficient, local, and practical.
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 -
http://www.ne.jp/asahi/kurumiclinic/chikanishimura/
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東京都世田谷区大原２－２３－５
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Setagaya Station (Odakyu 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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