Takemoto Ladies Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kamiishigami Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line) — 2 min walk
  • Small clinic, shorter waits
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Takemoto Ladies Clinic is a small gynecology practice tucked into a residential stretch of Nerima — the kind of quiet, local neighborhood clinic that serves regulars rather than crowds. They cover standard obstetrics and gynecology: checkups, contraception, irregular periods, cervical cancer screening, and prenatal care. The clinic has some English content on their website, which is a decent sign, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception likely runs in Japanese, and consultations with the doctor will probably need some navigation — a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend would make things smoother. That said, for expats living in the Nerima or Shakujii area who need a local women’s clinic without trekking to central Tokyo, this is a reasonable option to know about. Just go prepared.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere typical of smaller local clinics. Wait times appear reasonable compared to larger hospital OB-GYN departments. The doctor is described as methodical and not dismissive — patients seem to feel heard rather than rushed out. It’s a local practice with a regular patient base, so expect a neighborhood feel rather than a polished, international-clinic experience.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English-language content on its website, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients. However, confirmed English-speaking staff on reception or during consultations hasn't been verified. Realistically, you should assume Japanese-first at every step — check-in, forms, and the appointment itself. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will help. If you have a Japanese-speaking friend available, bring them. Don't count on English without calling ahead to confirm.

    Contact & Location

    • https://takemoto-lc.com
    • 東京都練馬区上石神井1-12-7
    • Kamiishigami Station (Seibu Shinjuku 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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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Takemoto Ladies Clinic

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