NAKANOBU Clinic
NAKANOBU Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine practice on the third floor of a small office building in Higashi-Nakanobu, Shinagawa. This is a local clinic — not a flashy expat-focused medical center — so you’re coming here for solid, practical healthcare alongside the local community. They handle the everyday stuff: colds, chronic conditions, checkups, lifestyle disease management.
The English situation is workable. Staff have conversational English, and there are some English resources available, so you won’t be completely on your own. That said, don’t expect a fully bilingual experience. If your Japanese is zero, bring a translation app as backup — you’ll likely get by, but it smooths things out.
The clinic is close to Nakanobu Station on the Togoshi line, which puts it within reach of much of southern Tokyo. It’s not the most convenient location if you’re coming from Shibuya or Shinjuku, but for expats living in Shinagawa or nearby, it’s genuinely useful to have an English-capable internal medicine option this close to home.
Patient Feedback
Patients describe a no-nonsense, community-clinic feel — short waits compared to bigger hospitals, and a doctor who takes time to explain things. It’s the kind of place where you’re in and out without feeling rushed through. Not a lot of frills. The third-floor location in a small building can catch first-timers off guard, so double-check the address before you go. Generally well-regarded for straightforward internal medicine needs.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.nakanobuclinic.com
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東京都品川区東中延２－１０－１１ 智勇第２ビル３Ｆ
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Nakanobu Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 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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