MEMORY CLINIC OCHANOMIZU
Memory Clinic Ochanomizu is a psychiatry practice in Bunkyo that specializes in dementia and cognitive decline — which is genuinely rare to find with any English accessibility in Tokyo. It sits in the Ochanomizu Medical Hall building near Ochanomizu Station, a well-connected spot that’s easy to reach from most of the city.
The clinic focuses heavily on memory disorders, mild cognitive impairment, and related psychiatric conditions. That narrow focus is a feature, not a limitation — if you or a family member is dealing with memory concerns, this is not a general psychiatry catch-all.
English capability is murky. The website has some English content, which suggests awareness of international patients, but whether that extends to reception or consultations is unconfirmed. Don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English-language appointment. Come prepared with written notes in Japanese, or bring someone who can interpret. That said, for a condition as serious as dementia, the clinical specialization here is worth navigating the language barrier.
Patient Feedback
Patients tend to note the clinic’s focused, methodical approach — this isn’t a place that rushes through consultations. For memory and cognitive assessments, thoroughness matters, and that seems to be a priority here. Wait times are not well-documented publicly. The setting is clinical and professional rather than warm and chatty. Patients dealing with a family member’s dementia diagnosis often find the specialist focus reassuring, even when navigating Japanese-language communication.
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://memory-cl.jp
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東京都文京区湯島１－５－３４ お茶の水医学会館２・３・４Ｆ
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Ochanomizu Station (Marunouchi 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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