Teikyo Orthopaedic Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Shibuya Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 12 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Teikyo Orthopaedic Clinic sits in Hommachi, a quiet residential stretch of Shibuya ward — not the buzzy Shibuya you know from the scramble crossing, but a calmer neighborhood about 10 minutes from Hatagaya or Hatsudai stations on the Keio New Line. They handle the standard orthopedic workload: joint pain, back problems, sports injuries, fractures, rehabilitation.

    Their website has some English content, which suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. That said, full English-language service isn’t confirmed — reception may or may not have conversational English, and you should plan for a mixed-language experience. A translation app and some patience will help.

    This is a neighborhood-level clinic, not a major hospital department. That means shorter waits and a more personal feel than going to a big university hospital, but also fewer on-site imaging resources. If you have a straightforward orthopedic issue and live or work in west Shibuya, it’s worth trying before making the trek to a larger facility.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback on this clinic is limited in English-language sources, so take this with appropriate skepticism. The general pattern at clinics of this size in Tokyo: morning slots fill fast, so arriving early or calling ahead matters. Neighborhood orthopedic clinics in Japan typically move efficiently — you’re unlikely to wait hours. Doctors at smaller clinics often take time to explain diagnoses, though how much of that translates into English is the real question here.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which is a decent signal — they've at least thought about non-Japanese visitors. But that doesn't automatically mean reception staff speak English or that forms come in English. Realistically, expect Japanese-primary service with possible basic English at the front desk. Use Google Translate or a medical translation app for anything important. If your condition is complex, consider writing down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand or bringing a Japanese-speaking friend.

    Contact & Location

    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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    Teikyo Orthopaedic Clinic

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    Proficiency Score
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