Takeshita Iin
Takeshita Iin is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Minami-Oizumi in Nerima — not the most expat-dense part of Tokyo, but a solid option if you live in the area and need a local GP-style setup. They handle the usual internal medicine range: checkups, chronic disease management, colds, blood work. The clinic has some English content on their website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume that means fluent English-speaking staff waiting at reception. Walk-in English capability is unclear enough that you’d want to call ahead or bring a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is nonexistent. That said, for expats in Nerima who just need a reliable neighborhood clinic and can manage basic communication or use a translation app, this is worth knowing about.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic with a thorough doctor who takes time to explain things. Wait times seem reasonable for a local neighborhood clinic — not the chaos of a big hospital. The atmosphere is quiet and community-oriented. Patients seem to appreciate that it doesn’t feel rushed. No strong feedback specifically from English-speaking patients, so that side of the experience remains an open question.
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://www.takeshita-clinic.jp/
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東京都練馬区南大泉五丁目36番9号1階および地下1階
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Okurayama Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 4 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
Basic