michiwa clinic

Total reviews: 345
Hatchobori Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English confirmed
  • Near central Tokyo
  • michiwa clinic sits on the 5th floor of a building in Hatchobori, a quiet business district in Chuo that’s easy to reach but not exactly buzzing with foot traffic. It’s an internal medicine clinic, so think general adult health: checkups, chronic condition management, respiratory stuff, digestive issues, that kind of day-to-day medical territory.

    For English speakers, they have conversational English capability — meaning someone on staff can get through a basic consultation without you both staring blankly at each other. It’s not a fully bilingual setup, but it’s workable for common complaints. Some English resources are available, which helps when you need to understand instructions or paperwork.

    The clinic is small and feels like a neighborhood practice rather than a big hospital machine. That’s a plus if you want some continuity and don’t love the chaos of larger facilities. Hatchobori Station is right there, so access from central Tokyo is straightforward.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — the kind of place where the doctor actually listens rather than rushing you out. Wait times are generally reasonable for a small clinic. People appreciate the thoroughness during consultations, particularly for ongoing conditions. The 5th-floor location keeps things quiet and low-traffic. Not a lot of reviews in English yet, but the ones that exist lean positive on communication and attentiveness.

    English Language Proficiency

    Staff can manage basic medical English — enough to understand your symptoms and explain next steps without a full translation app session. It's conversational, not clinical-grade bilingual, so for complex situations bring notes or use a translation app as backup. Some materials are available in English. If you're calling ahead to book, a simple Japanese phrase or two helps, but they'll manage. Not intimidating for first-time expat patients.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.michiwaclinic.jp
    • 東京都中央区八丁堀3-19-9 トーエイ八丁堀ビル5階
    • Hatchobori Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 min walk
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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