Nishiojima jin Clinic
Nishiojima jin Clinic is a nephrology-focused internal medicine clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Koto Ward, about a 5-minute walk from Nishiojima Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line. The parent organization, Shinhigashi Medical Corporation, runs several clinics in the area, so this isn’t a solo operation — there’s some infrastructure behind it.
The specialty focus is kidneys: chronic kidney disease, dialysis management, hypertension, and related internal medicine. If you’ve been flagged for kidney issues back home and need ongoing monitoring in Tokyo, this is the kind of place you’d want on your radar.
The website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients at least a little. But “some English online” doesn’t mean fluent reception staff. Realistically, expect Japanese-first service. A translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend will make your visit significantly smoother. Don’t assume the intake forms exist in English.
Good clinic for a specific need. Not a general expat-friendly walk-in.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a no-frills, medically serious environment. Wait times are typical for a neighborhood specialist clinic — not instant, but not brutal. Doctors appear thorough, especially for kidney-related workups. The vibe is clinical and efficient rather than warm and conversational. Patients with ongoing conditions seem to appreciate the consistency. It’s not a place you’d go for a casual health check — it’s a place you’d go because something specific needs watching.
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 -
https://www.shinhigashi.com/
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東京都江東区大島４－６－２１
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Ojima Station (Tozai Line) — 3 min walk
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