OHTSUKA EIICHI Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Otsuka Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
  • Yamanote Line access
  • Near central Tokyo
  • OHTSUKA EIICHI Clinic is a small internal medicine practice sitting on the ground floor of the Sanyus Building in Minami-Otsuka, Toshima. It’s the kind of neighborhood clinic that handles the everyday stuff — colds, fatigue, blood pressure checks, chronic condition management — rather than complex specialist referrals.

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t book expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception and full English consultation are unconfirmed. If your Japanese is zero, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend as backup. That said, plenty of clinics in Tokyo operate this way and it works fine for straightforward visits.

    Location-wise, you’re in the Otsuka area — served by JR Otsuka Station on the Yamanote Line, which makes it genuinely accessible from most parts of central Tokyo. It’s a quiet, residential pocket of Toshima, not a busy hospital district.

    Good for: expats with basic healthcare needs who live or work nearby and don’t need heavy language support.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language spaces, so read this with that caveat. As a small neighborhood internal medicine practice, expect a quieter, more personal atmosphere than a large hospital — shorter wait times are common at clinics this size. The doctor appears to take a thorough approach to routine consultations. It’s likely a no-frills setup: functional, local, and geared toward regulars rather than walk-in tourists.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at the desk or during consultations. Full English service is unverified. If you go, have Google Translate or a similar app ready. Bring your insurance card and any medication names written down in both English and Japanese. For simple, routine visits, this gap is usually manageable. For complex symptoms or detailed medical history discussions, consider calling ahead or bringing support.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.otsukaeiichiclinic.jp
    • 東京都豊島区南大塚3-45-5 サンユースビル1F
    • Otsuka Station (Marunouchi 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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    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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