Minatomachi Shinryousho
Minatomachi Shinryousho is a general medicine clinic in Yokohama, well-positioned for residents in the port area of the city. It handles the everyday stuff — colds, fevers, chronic condition management, referrals — the kind of clinic you want to have on your list before you actually need one.
English support is basic, so don’t expect a fully bilingual consultation. Staff can likely handle simple exchanges, but if your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything complicated. That said, 25 patients have rated it 4 out of 5, which suggests the experience is generally solid despite the language gap.
The clinic has a website, which is worth checking ahead of your visit for hours and appointment options — some clinics in Japan allow online booking, which makes the process significantly smoother for non-Japanese speakers. As a general medicine practice, it won’t handle specialist needs directly, but it’s a reasonable first stop for most common health issues and for getting pointed in the right direction if you need more specialized care.
Patient Feedback
Patients consistently praise the doctors at Minatomachi Shinryousho for being friendly, thorough, and attentive listeners. Dr. Sawada receives exceptional recognition as “nothing less than a legend” for foreign patients. The gynecology department generates mixed feedback – some describe the staff as “professional & caring,” while others report extremely painful examination experiences. Multiple reviews highlight that doctors and staff can communicate in English. The facility is noted for being less crowded than typical Japanese clinics, suggesting shorter wait times.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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045-453-3673
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https://minatomachi-medical.com/
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Japan, 〒221-0056 Kanagawa, Yokohama, Kanagawa Ward, Kinkōchō, ７−６ 全港湾福祉センター 港湾労働者福祉センタ
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Kannai Station (JR Keihin-Tohoku/Negishi Lines) - 5 min walk from South Exit
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
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English Support
Basic