Nomura Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Itabashi Station (Mita Line) — 3 min walk
  • Internal medicine, walk-ins possible
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Nomura Clinic is a small internal medicine practice sitting on the second floor of a building in Itabashi, one of Tokyo’s quieter residential wards. It handles the everyday stuff — checkups, chronic condition management, colds, fatigue, referrals. The kind of neighborhood clinic that knows its regulars.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume that means smooth English consultations are guaranteed. Reception may have limited English, and the doctors’ comfort level with English is unclear. Come prepared with a translation app, written notes about your symptoms, or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is minimal.

    For expats living in or near Itabashi, this is a practical local option for general health concerns. It’s not a specialist international clinic, but for routine internal medicine needs, neighborhood clinics like this often get you seen faster and with less hassle than big hospital outpatient departments.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback specific to Nomura Clinic is limited online. As a small neighborhood internal medicine practice, the experience is likely typical of local Japanese clinics — morning waits can run 30 to 60 minutes without an appointment, the consultation itself is often brief, and doctors tend to be thorough on the clinical side without much small talk. Locals seem to return regularly, which usually says something.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients, but that doesn't confirm English-speaking staff at reception or during consultations. Realistically, this is probably a Japanese-first clinic. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will help. Writing your symptoms down beforehand — in Japanese if possible — will save everyone time. Don't expect English intake forms.

    Contact & Location

    • http://nomura-clinic.com/
    • 東京都板橋区板橋2-65-10 2F
    • Itabashi Station (Mita Line) — 3 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?

    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

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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