TERAO CLINICA

Total reviews: 345
Okubo Station (JR Chuo Line) — 3 min walk
  • Hyakunincho multicultural neighborhood
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Terao Clinica is a small internal medicine clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Hyakunincho, the quieter northern edge of Shinjuku. It’s not the flashy international clinic type — no English-language welcome page, no multilingual staff listed anywhere obvious. The website has some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of foreign patients, but don’t show up expecting a bilingual consultation by default. This is a neighborhood clinic serving local residents first.

    That said, Shinjuku’s Hyakunincho area has a significant international community, so the staff here likely has more experience with non-Japanese patients than a typical suburban clinic. For routine internal medicine — checkups, chronic condition management, common illnesses — it’s worth a call ahead to gauge the English situation before booking. Google Translate and a translation app will be your backup plan. Walk-in availability is typical for this clinic type, but confirming hours first is smart.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for Terao Clinica is limited online in English, which itself tells you something — this clinic draws mostly local Japanese patients. Those who have visited describe it as a straightforward, no-fuss neighborhood practice. Wait times appear reasonable for a small clinic. The doctor is reported as thorough for standard internal medicine complaints. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding or extra time spent on communication if your Japanese is limited.

    English Language Proficiency

    The honest answer: unclear. The clinic has some English on its website, which is more than nothing, but there's no confirmed English-speaking doctor or dedicated bilingual reception staff listed. Hyakunincho's multicultural makeup means the staff may handle basic communication, but a full English consultation isn't guaranteed. Bring a translation app, write down your symptoms in advance, or use a Japanese-speaking friend if your condition is complex. Calling ahead is strongly recommended.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.terao-clinica.com
    • 東京都新宿区百人町3-28-5 グランドヒルズエイ
    • Okubo Station (JR Chuo Line) — 3 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

    A few things to keep in mind:

    • 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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