NITTONO CLINIC
Nittono Clinic is a small internal medicine practice tucked into the ground floor of the Shinfuji Building in Meguro’s Haramachi neighborhood. It handles the everyday stuff — checkups, chronic condition management, colds, fatigue, referrals — the kind of general adult health needs that expats often struggle to navigate in Japan.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t automatically mean you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation at the front desk. Realistically, you should expect a Japanese-primary environment. A translation app or written notes will help. If your Japanese is zero, calling ahead to test the waters is worth the two minutes.
It’s a neighborhood clinic, not a foreigner-focused medical center. That means shorter waits than major hospitals and a more personal feel — but also less hand-holding for non-Japanese speakers. Good fit for expats who are comfortable with some friction in exchange for a convenient, no-fuss local doctor.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a no-frills neighborhood clinic with reasonable wait times compared to larger hospitals. The doctor is described as thorough and straightforward — you get a real explanation, not a rushed dismissal. The atmosphere is quiet and local, not a busy expat-facing clinic. Patients seem to appreciate the accessibility and personal feel, though nobody’s raving about English support. Standard Japanese clinic experience overall.
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://nittono-clinic.com/
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東京都目黒区原町２－１－２４ 新富士ビル１Ｆ
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Gakugei University Station (Tokyu Toyoko Line) — 4 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
Basic