TANEMOTO EYE CLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Awajicho Station (Marunouchi Line) — 2 min walk
  • Ground-floor, step-free access
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Tanemoto Eye Clinic sits in Kanda Nishikicho, a quiet business district in Chiyoda that most expats pass through without stopping. It’s a straightforward ophthalmology clinic — routine eye exams, prescriptions, contact lens fittings, and general eye health. Nothing flashy, but that’s kind of the point. The clinic has some English content on its website, which suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. Whether that translates to smooth English communication at reception is less certain. Bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is zero. The Jimbocho area is easy to reach from multiple lines, and the clinic is on the ground floor of the Hamada Building, so no elevator hunting required. Good option if you’re nearby and need routine eye care sorted without trekking across the city.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback is limited in English, but the clinic appears to run efficiently without long waits. It’s a small, ground-floor practice — expect a local neighborhood clinic feel rather than a polished hospital setup. Doctors seem thorough with diagnostics. Staff professionalism is generally noted. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding through the visit if you don’t speak Japanese.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English, which puts it ahead of many local eye clinics. But that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at the front desk. Intake forms are likely Japanese-only. If your Japanese is minimal, a translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will carry you through most of the visit. Having your basic eye history written down in Japanese beforehand would help a lot.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.tanemoto-eye.jp
    • 東京都千代田区神田錦町3-18-10 浜田ビル1F
    • Awajicho Station (Marunouchi 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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    Proficiency Score
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