SHIRAKAWA OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY

Total reviews: 345
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line, Half-Oedo Line) — 2 min walk
  • Pediatric ENT focus confirmed
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Shirakawa Otorhinolaryngology (the ENT kind — ears, nose, throat) sits on the 2nd floor of a modern tower in Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, a quieter residential pocket of Koto Ward that’s become popular with younger families. The clinic leans pediatric, so if your kid has recurring ear infections, a stuffy nose that won’t quit, or throat issues, this is the kind of specialist you want rather than bouncing back to a general pediatrician.

    Their website has some English-language content, which is a decent signal — they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. That said, don’t assume fluent English-speaking staff will be waiting at reception. Come prepared with a translation app and your symptoms written down. A Japanese-speaking friend tagging along wouldn’t hurt either.

    It’s a specialty clinic, not a general practice, so go in knowing what you need. Kiyosumi-Shirakawa is well-connected and easy to reach. For expat families in Koto Ward dealing with ENT issues in kids, this is one of the few local options worth knowing about.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a clinic that runs efficiently — waits are generally reasonable for a specialist. The doctor comes across as thorough and methodical, which parents tend to appreciate when it comes to kids’ ENT issues. The atmosphere is calm rather than chaotic, which helps with anxious children. Nothing flashy, but the focus feels genuinely clinical rather than rushed.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English content, so they're not completely unaware of foreign patients. But confirmed English-speaking staff at reception? That's unclear. Don't count on smooth English communication. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will be your best friend here. Writing symptoms down beforehand helps a lot. If you have a Japanese-speaking partner or friend available, bring them.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.shirakawa-ent.com/
    • 東京都江東区白河3-4-3 イーストコモンズ清澄白河フロントタワー2F
    • Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line, Half-Oedo 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

    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.
    SHIRAKAWA OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY

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