Makino Clinic
Makino Clinic is an internal medicine practice sitting on the 3rd floor of Unison Tower in Higashi-Nakano — a quiet residential stretch of Tokyo that most expats pass through without stopping. For those who do live nearby, it’s a neighborhood clinic handling the everyday stuff: checkups, chronic condition management, general adult health concerns.
The website has some English-language content, which suggests awareness that non-Japanese patients exist. But “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean smooth English communication at the front desk or during consultations. This is still almost certainly a Japanese-first environment. Come prepared — have your symptoms written out, bring a translation app, and if you have complex medical history, consider bringing a Japanese-speaking friend or using a medical interpreter service.
It’s not a flashy international clinic, and it’s not trying to be. If you’re in Nakano and need internal medicine for something manageable, it’s worth a call to gauge the English situation before you show up.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on Makino Clinic is limited in English-language sources. Being a neighborhood internal medicine practice in Nakano, it likely draws a mostly local Japanese patient base. Expect a fairly standard community clinic experience — reasonable wait times outside peak hours, a doctor focused on general adult care, and a no-frills atmosphere. Don’t expect the kind of hand-holding you’d get at an international clinic.
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.makino-c.net
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東京都中野区東中野５－１－１ ユニゾンタワー３Ｆ
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Higashi-Nakano Station (JR Chuo 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
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