Ohisama Zaitaku Kurinikku
Ohisama Zaitaku Clinic is a home-visit internal medicine clinic based in Itabashi’s Maeno-cho neighborhood, operating out of the ground floor of Hanamaru Home Kita-Maeno. The focus here is zaitaku — visiting patients at home rather than running a standard walk-in outpatient setup. That’s worth knowing upfront: this isn’t your go-to spot for a quick same-day appointment. It’s built for people who need ongoing, coordinated medical care delivered to where they live.
For expats in Itabashi or nearby wards dealing with chronic conditions, mobility issues, or post-hospital recovery, that model is genuinely useful. The clinic has conversational English capability, so you’re not flying completely blind, but don’t expect a fully bilingual operation. A translation app as backup is smart. The website is in Japanese, so run it through Google Translate before calling.
If you’re an English-speaking expat who needs regular home-based medical care in northwest Tokyo, this is one of the few options actually set up for it.
Patient Feedback
Patients tend to appreciate the home-visit model itself — the convenience of not having to navigate public transport when you’re unwell is a real draw. The doctors are described as attentive and unhurried, which tracks with zaitaku practice where visits are scheduled and not rushed. Don’t expect a waiting room experience because there isn’t one. Communication takes a bit more effort for non-Japanese speakers, but the conversational English on staff helps bridge the gap for basic consultations.
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://ohisamazaitaku.jp/
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東京都板橋区前野町５－４４－１６ １階はなまるホーム北前野
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Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 12 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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