SAKAMOTO Orthopaedic Clinic
SAKAMOTO Orthopaedic Clinic sits in Hatanodai, a quiet residential pocket of Shinagawa that most expats never end up in unless they specifically need to. This is a neighborhood orthopaedic clinic — think bone and joint issues, sports injuries, back pain, rehab — not a flashy international hospital. The building is a ground-floor unit in a local apartment complex, so don’t expect a grand entrance.
English capability is genuinely uncertain here. The clinic has some online presence suggesting mild English awareness, but there’s no confirmed English-speaking staff and no documented expat-friendly intake process. If you go, bring a translation app, have your symptoms written out in Japanese if possible, or bring a Japanese-speaking friend. That’s not a knock — it’s just the reality of a local specialist clinic in a non-tourist area.
For expats with a specific orthopaedic referral or who live nearby in Shinagawa, it’s worth a call to check. For someone starting from scratch with no Japanese support, a larger international clinic might be less stressful.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback is limited in English-language sources. As a small neighborhood orthopaedic clinic, the experience is likely typical of local Japanese specialist practices — relatively efficient appointments, minimal small talk, and a doctor focused on diagnosis and treatment over hand-holding. Wait times at clinics like this can vary widely depending on the day. It’s not a place built around the expat experience, but patients with straightforward orthopaedic needs report functional, no-nonsense care.
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://s-seikeigeka.byoinnavi.jp/
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東京都品川区旗の台４－４－２ グリーンキャピタル旗の台１Ｆ
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Hatanodai Station (Tokyu Ikegami Line) — 2 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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English Support
Basic