Sekiguchi Clinic
Sekiguchi Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic in Funabashi, Setagaya — residential Tokyo, not central, but well-connected. This is a general adult medicine practice: think ongoing conditions, checkups, referrals, the stuff you need handled properly before it becomes a bigger problem.
What sets it apart for expats is that English support isn’t just implied — the clinic actively promotes it, including an English-language web presence. That’s not common for a small community clinic in outer Setagaya. You’re not showing up hoping someone speaks English; they’ve set up for it.
Expect a calm, local clinic atmosphere rather than a slick international medical center. The trade-off is real: you get attentive, accessible care without the corporate hospital feel or the Minato-ku price tags. If you live in Setagaya or the surrounding southwest Tokyo area and need a reliable GP-style doctor who won’t make you mime your symptoms, this is worth knowing about.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried doctor who takes time to explain diagnoses — not the 5-minute-and-out experience common at busy urban clinics. Wait times are generally reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The atmosphere is quiet and local, which some patients appreciate and others find underwhelming if they’re used to international clinic polish. Overall, people seem to leave feeling heard.
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://sekiguchi-clinic.net
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東京都世田谷区船橋１－１６－１
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Funabashi Station (Odakyu Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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