Morinobu Kid's Clinic
Morinobu Kid’s Clinic is a small pediatric practice tucked into the first floor of the Usui Building in Nishi-Gokencho, a quiet residential pocket of Shinjuku. It’s a neighborhood clinic — the kind parents bring kids to for checkups, fevers, and the usual childhood ailments rather than anything complex or specialist.
The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully English conversation. Reality check: this is a Japanese-run local clinic in a non-touristy part of Shinjuku. A translation app is your friend. Staff may have basic English, but medical consultations will likely require some effort on your part.
If you live in the area and have young kids, it’s worth knowing about. For expats without Japanese ability who need pediatric care with guaranteed English support, you’d want to call ahead or consider a larger international clinic first.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic with a doctor who takes time with kids rather than rushing them out. Wait times are typical for a small Japanese pediatric practice — can get backed up in cold and flu season. Parents appreciate the accessible Shinjuku location. No strong signals either way on English capability from reviews, which usually means Japanese is the working language.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
-
03-3822-4112 -
http://www.nobu-kids.jp
-
東京都新宿区西五軒町８－１０ 臼井ビル１Ｆ
-
Yotsuya Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 min walk
| Monday | ||
| Tuesday | ||
| Wednesday | ||
| Thursday | ||
| Friday | ||
| Saturday | ||
| Sunday | ||
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.
Need a phone script in Japanese? Click here.
Other scripts: Cancel/Reschedule · Describe Symptoms · Pharmacy · Emergency · Dental
English Support
Basic