Tanaka Kichijoji Hospital
Tanaka Kichijoji Hospital is a mid-sized internal medicine hospital tucked into Nerima’s Sekimachi neighborhood — not the most convenient location for expats, but accessible from Kichijoji or Musashiseki area if you’re in the western Tokyo suburbs. Despite the “Kichijoji” in the name, the actual address is Nerima-ku, so plan your route accordingly.
They handle the usual internal medicine workload: checkups, chronic condition management, general adult health concerns. The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but it doesn’t confirm fluent English-speaking staff at reception or with doctors. Realistically, expect limited English capability on-site. A translation app will help, and bringing a Japanese-speaking friend is the safest move if your Japanese isn’t solid. This is a functional neighborhood hospital, not an international clinic — but if you’re nearby and need internal medicine care, it’s worth knowing about.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language sources. As a neighborhood hospital rather than an expat-focused clinic, reviews tend to come from Japanese patients. General impressions suggest a standard Japanese hospital experience: organized intake, some wait time during busy hours, and doctors focused on efficient consultations. Don’t expect extended back-and-forth explanations in English. If you have a specific internal medicine concern and live nearby, it functions as a reliable local option.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://tanaka-nrsg.jp/
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東京都練馬区関町南3-9-23
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Kichijoji Station (Inokashira Line) — 8 min walk
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