Nogizaka AC Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Nogizaka Station (Chiyoda Line) — 2 min walk
  • Minato Ward location
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Nogizaka AC Clinic sits in Minato Ward, tucked inside the Albergo Nogizaka building on a quiet stretch near Nogizaka Station. It’s a small orthopedic clinic — think joint pain, back issues, sports injuries, that kind of thing. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a full English-language consultation. Reality is probably a mix of basic English, gestures, and your phone’s translation app doing some heavy lifting. That said, Minato is one of Tokyo’s most expat-dense wards, so staff here are likely more accustomed to foreign patients than average. For non-emergency orthopedic care — a persistent knee problem, shoulder stiffness, post-injury follow-up — this is a reasonable option if you’re nearby. Book ahead if you can, and bring any relevant medical history translated or summarized in Japanese if possible.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for this clinic is limited online in English, which is pretty common for smaller specialty clinics in Tokyo. Based on the clinic’s profile, you can expect a fairly standard Japanese orthopedic experience — structured appointments, thorough physical assessments, and not a lot of small talk. Wait times at smaller clinics like this tend to be shorter than larger hospital orthopedic departments. Don’t expect a long explanatory chat about your diagnosis unless communication is sorted out in advance.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests at least some awareness of international patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or during consultations. Assume Japanese-first. Bring a translation app, write down your symptoms in advance, and if you have a Japanese-speaking friend who can call ahead to confirm English availability, that's worth doing. Forms will almost certainly be in Japanese only.

    Contact & Location

    • http://nogizaka-ac-clinic.com/
    • 東京都港区赤坂9-6-28 アルベルゴ乃木坂408
    • Nogizaka Station (Chiyoda Line) — 2 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.
    Nogizaka AC Clinic

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    Proficiency Score
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