Ryogoku Eye Clinic
Ryogoku Eye Clinic sits in the Gran Arbre Ryogoku building on the ground floor — easy to find, easy to access. This is a dedicated ophthalmology clinic covering the full range of eye care: checkups, glasses and contact prescriptions, dry eye, cataracts, glaucoma, and more. The location in Sumida puts it right in the heart of old shitamachi Tokyo, close to the sumo stadium and well-served by JR and Oedo line trains.
Their website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about international patients. That said, full English consultation isn’t confirmed — if your Japanese is limited, bringing a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend is the smart move. Staff may be able to handle basic communication, but don’t bank on a fluent English-speaking doctor being available. For routine eye exams and prescription work, this is manageable. For anything more complex, confirm in advance.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a well-run neighborhood eye clinic with reasonably organized appointments. Wait times appear typical for a busy Tokyo specialty clinic — not lightning fast, but not chaotic. Doctors are described as thorough, particularly for routine exams and contact lens consultations. The ground-floor location gets consistent praise for accessibility. It’s a practical, no-frills setup that gets the job done without a lot of hand-holding.
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 -
http://www.ryogoku.or.jp/
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東京都墨田区両国４－３３－１２ グラン・アルブル両国１階
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Ryogoku Station (JR Sobu Line) — 2 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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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