Machidaokanoue Byoin
Machidaokanoue Byoin (まちだ丘の上病院) is a general hospital run by the Hifumi-kai Foundation, sitting in the residential Onoji area of Machida — that’s southwestern Tokyo, closer to Kanagawa than central Tokyo, so factor in the commute if you’re coming from Shinjuku or Shibuya. It handles internal medicine alongside other departments, making it a reasonable option for longer-term residents in the Machida area who need more than a quick clinic visit.
The website has some English content, which suggests awareness of international patients, but don’t expect a fully bilingual operation. Reception and nursing staff are almost certainly Japanese-only in practice. This is a foundation-run hospital with a community focus, not a foreigner-facing clinic. If you live nearby and have some Japanese ability or a translation app ready, it’s worth knowing about. If you’re coming from far away specifically for English support, look elsewhere.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a fairly standard community hospital experience — reasonable wait times for a general hospital, staff that are professional and thorough if not particularly rushed. Doctors appear to take time with patients. The setting is quieter than central Tokyo hospitals, which some patients appreciate. Nothing flashy, but the foundation-run structure tends to mean less pressure to push unnecessary procedures. Bring patience and a translation app.
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://machida-hospital.com/
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東京都町田市小野路町１１－１
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Machida Station (Odakyu Line) — 15 min walk
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