Shakomae Kokoronokurinikku
Shakomae Kokoronokurinikku sits in Nishi-Ogu, a quiet residential corner of Arakawa — not a neighborhood most expats wander into by accident. The clinic covers internal medicine, and the name (“kokoro” meaning heart/mind) hints at a practice that takes a whole-person approach rather than just running tests and moving you out the door.
The website has some English-language elements, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual experience. Reception and full English consultation are unconfirmed. If your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app or a bilingual friend. That said, the effort to put English content online at all puts them ahead of many local clinics in this part of Tokyo.
This is a neighborhood clinic — the kind that handles everyday internal medicine for local residents. If you’re living in Arakawa or nearby and need a regular GP-style setup rather than a big hospital experience, it’s worth a look. Just go in with realistic expectations about language support.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited online, which is pretty typical for smaller neighborhood practices in residential Tokyo. Based on its setup — a single-floor clinic in a local building — expect a quieter, less hectic environment than a big urban clinic. Likely shorter wait times than hospital outpatient departments. The internal medicine focus suggests routine consultations, checkups, and referrals rather than specialist procedures. Go in with a clear explanation of your symptoms ready.
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://shakomae-cl.com
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東京都荒川区西尾久７－５０－６ 三博ビル１Ｆ
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Shakomae Station (Arakawa 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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English Support
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