Light Mental Clinic
Light Mental Clinic sits in the basement level of Regalia Tower Residence in Nishi-Waseda, a quiet residential pocket that’s a short walk from Takadanobaba Station. Despite the “internal medicine” classification, the clinic name signals a focus on mental health — think stress, sleep disorders, anxiety, and related concerns rather than routine checkups.
The website has some English-facing content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll get a fully bilingual consultation. Reception and doctor interactions may require a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend depending on your case complexity. It’s not a fully English-capable clinic, but it’s not completely closed off either.
For expats dealing with mental health concerns in Tokyo, options are limited and waitlists at English-first psychiatry clinics can be brutal. This clinic is worth checking if you’re in the Shinjuku area and need to be seen sooner rather than later. Just go in prepared — have your symptoms written down, use Google Translate, and manage expectations around fluency.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, low-pressure atmosphere — the kind of place that doesn’t feel like a conveyor belt clinic. Appointments tend to run on schedule. Doctors are described as attentive and willing to take time with patients, which matters a lot for mental health visits. Wait times in-clinic are generally short. The basement location feels private, which some patients actually appreciate for this type of appointment.
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://light-clinic.com
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東京都新宿区西早稲田３―２０―３レガリアタワ―レジデンスＢ１Ｆ
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Waseda Station (Tozai Line) — 3 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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