Morikawa Yoshiyuki Shounika

Total reviews: 345
Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo Line) — 5 min walk
  • Developmental pediatrics focus
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Morikawa Yoshiyuki Shounika sits in Tachikawa, one of western Tokyo’s main hubs, inside a small office building a reasonable walk from Tachikawa Station. The full name — こども支援総合クリニック — translates roughly to “comprehensive child support clinic,” which gives you a sense of the scope: this isn’t just a fever-and-go setup. The clinic emphasizes developmental and behavioral pediatrics alongside general children’s health.

    The website has some English content, which is a good sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully English consultation. Realistically, you’re looking at a Japanese-primary environment. A translation app will help. If your child has a specific developmental concern rather than a routine illness, this clinic is worth the effort — that’s clearly where their focus lies. For basic sick visits, you might find something closer or more English-friendly depending on where you live in Tokyo.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a doctor who takes time with families rather than rushing through appointments. Wait times can run longer than average, partly because consultations aren’t rushed. Parents dealing with developmental concerns — speech delays, behavioral questions — seem to feel heard here. The clinic has a quieter, more specialist feel than a busy general pediatric walk-in. Expect a thorough appointment, not a fast one.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, which suggests some awareness of international patients. That said, confirmed English-speaking staff at reception isn't documented. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything complex. For developmental consultations especially, nuance matters — don't rely on Google Translate alone for those conversations. Basic sick-visit communication might be manageable; detailed discussions about a child's development will be harder without language support.

    Contact & Location

    • https://morikawa-pediatrics.com
    • 東京都立川市柴崎町2-1-8 第2中島ビル301
    • Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo Line) — 5 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

    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.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Morikawa Yoshiyuki Shounika

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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