Tsukada Clinic
Tsukada Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic tucked inside the Kugayama Clinic Mall in Suginami — a quiet residential pocket of western Tokyo. This is the kind of place locals trust for the everyday stuff: checkups, chronic condition management, colds that won’t quit, referrals when something needs a closer look.
English capability here is conversational — don’t expect a fully bilingual setup, but you’re not going in completely blind either. Staff can handle basic communication, and there are some English resources available. A translation app as backup is still a smart move. If your Japanese is zero, you’ll want to keep your questions simple and direct.
The clinic is inside a shared medical building, so navigation is straightforward once you’re in the area. Kugayama Station on the Keio Inokashira Line is your landmark. For expats living in Suginami or commuting through that corridor, this is a solid, no-drama option for general health needs without trekking into central Tokyo.
Patient Feedback
Patients generally describe a calm, unhurried experience — typical of smaller neighborhood clinics where you’re not just a number. Wait times can vary depending on the day, but the intimate scale of the clinic means you usually get decent face time with the doctor. The internal medicine focus means Dr. Tsukada handles a broad range of concerns rather than rushing you to a specialist. Expect a thorough-enough approach for routine care, less so for complex or nuanced cases requiring detailed English back-and-forth.
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.tsukada-clinic.com
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東京都杉並区宮前５－１５－２１ 久我山クリニックモール内
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Kugayama Station (Inokashira Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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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