Tsuyukusa Iin
Tsuyukusa Iin is a neighborhood internal medicine clinic in Fuda, Chofu — a quiet residential part of western Tokyo that most expats don’t land in by accident. If you’re living in that stretch of the Keio line, this is the kind of local GP you’d actually want nearby. They handle the standard internal medicine workload: chronic conditions, fevers, checkups, referrals when something bigger is going on.
The website has some English content, which is a decent signal — it means they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. Whether that translates to a smooth English-language appointment is genuinely unclear. Don’t show up expecting a bilingual consultation. Do expect a proper neighborhood clinic that takes its time with patients rather than rushing them out.
If you’re in Chofu and need a reliable internist for everyday health stuff, this is worth a shot. Just bring a translation app as backup and consider writing down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand if you can.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic — the kind where the doctor actually listens rather than clocking you out in five minutes. Wait times seem reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The atmosphere is quiet and local, not a busy urban clinic. Patients tend to feel seen rather than processed. No reports of major communication disasters, but English fluency from staff isn’t something anyone’s confirmed clearly either.
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 -
https://tsuyukusa.tokyo/
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東京都調布市布田１－１８－４
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Chofu Station (Keio 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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