Toukyouorimonokenkouhokenkumiai Shinryojo
Toukyouorimonokenkouhokenkumiai Shinryojo is a health insurance union clinic tucked into the first floor of the Toori Kenpo Kaikan building in Nihonbashi Horidome-cho, Chuo. It primarily serves members of the Tokyo textile industry health insurance union, so walk-in access for the general public — expats included — may be limited depending on your insurance situation. That said, it handles standard internal medicine: checkups, colds, chronic condition management, referrals.
The website has some English-facing content, but don’t take that as a promise of fluent English reception. This is a small, purpose-built union clinic, not an international medical center. Expect Japanese-dominant communication. A translation app or Japanese-speaking companion will make your visit significantly smoother. If you’re covered under Japan’s national health insurance (NHI) rather than a union plan, confirm eligibility before showing up.
Location is solid — central Chuo, easy access from Kodenmacho or Ningyocho stations.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on this clinic is sparse publicly, which tracks for a small union-affiliated facility. Those who do use it tend to be regulars — employees and dependents covered under the union plan. Expect a quieter, less chaotic waiting room than a big hospital outpatient department. Doctors here are generalist internal medicine, so thorough for everyday issues but will refer out for anything complex. Not a quick-in-quick-out walk-in vibe.
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.kenpokumiai.or.jp
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東京都中央区日本橋堀留町1-9-6 東織健保会館1階
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Nihombashi Station (Ginza Line) — 2 min walk
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