Setagaya Kakuta Orthopedics at Seijogakuenmae

Total reviews: 345
Seijo Station (Odakyu Line) — 2 min walk
  • On-site imaging available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Setagaya Kakuta Orthopedics at Seijogakuenmae is a bone-and-joint clinic sitting on the ground floor of a commercial building near Seijogakuenmae Station on the Odakyu Line. It’s part of a small local group of orthopedic clinics under the Kakuta name in Setagaya ward — not a hospital, not a big chain. Expect treatment for the usual orthopedic stuff: back pain, knee problems, sports injuries, fractures, shoulder issues. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t automatically mean the staff speak English fluently at reception or during consultations. Realistically, you may need a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything beyond basic pointing-and-gesturing. If you’re a runner, weekend warrior, or desk worker with a bad back living in southwestern Tokyo, this is a convenient neighborhood option worth knowing about.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients generally describe a no-fuss, efficient neighborhood clinic. Wait times can stretch during peak morning hours, so arriving early or booking ahead helps. Doctors are reported as thorough for standard orthopedic complaints — imaging is available on-site. The vibe is quiet and local, not a busy urban hospital. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding through the process, but if you know what’s wrong and can communicate the basics, the clinical care is solid.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English-facing content, which suggests awareness of international patients — but that's not the same as bilingual staff. Reception is likely Japanese-only in practice. If your injury is simple and you can point to what hurts, you'll probably get through it. For anything nuanced — describing symptoms, understanding a diagnosis, discussing treatment options — bring Google Translate, a bilingual friend, or written notes in Japanese. Forms are almost certainly Japanese only.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.setagaya-kakuta.com
    • 東京都世田谷区成城2-40-9 成城サウスサイド1F
    • Seijo Station (Odakyu Line) — 2 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

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    Setagaya Kakuta Orthopedics at Seijogakuenmae

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