MIYAKATA Clinic
MIYAKATA Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic tucked into the first floor of Miyakata Building in Oshima, Koto Ward — a residential part of east Tokyo that doesn’t see a ton of expat foot traffic. That matters because this isn’t a clinic built around international patients. It’s a local family-style practice serving the community around it.
Their website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume that means bilingual staff are waiting at the front desk. The gap between “English on the website” and “English in the exam room” is real, and this clinic sits somewhere in that grey zone.
For expats with basic Japanese or a translation app, this is a solid, accessible option for general internal medicine — think colds, chronic condition management, blood pressure, checkups. For anyone who needs full English communication to feel comfortable, call ahead and test the waters before you show up.
Koto Ward is well-connected via the Toei Shinjuku Line.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward neighborhood clinic experience — relatively short wait times compared to larger hospitals, and a doctor who takes time to explain things rather than rushing you out. It has that local, unhurried feel that big hospital outpatient departments lack. Don’t expect high-tech or specialist equipment here, but for routine internal medicine and follow-up care, patients seem to leave feeling heard.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.MIYAKATA-CL.COM
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東京都江東区大島６－９－１１ 宮方ビル１Ｆ
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Ojima Station (Tozai Line) — 3 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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