Maki Lady Clinic
Maki Lady Clinic is a gynecology practice on the second floor of the Wako Building in Takadanobaba, one of the more accessible parts of Shinjuku. It covers the standard OB/GYN range — regular checkups, contraception, irregular periods, STI screening, and menopausal care. The clinic has some English on its website, which at least signals awareness that non-Japanese patients exist. That said, full English-language service at the reception desk or during consultations isn’t confirmed. If your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything beyond simple appointments. It’s a smaller, women-focused clinic rather than a large hospital, so the atmosphere tends to be quieter and more private than a big urban medical center. Takadanobaba Station is right there — served by the JR Yamanote Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line, and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line — making it genuinely easy to reach from most parts of Tokyo.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — typical of smaller women’s clinics rather than the revolving-door pace of bigger hospitals. Doctors are generally described as thorough and willing to explain things properly. Wait times can vary; booking ahead is strongly recommended. The Takadanobaba location gets points for convenience. No strong pattern of English-specific complaints, but no strong praise for it either — patients seem to manage with apps and preparation.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://maki-lc.jp
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東京都新宿区高田馬場1-28-18 和光ビル2F
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Takadanobaba Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 2 min walk
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