WASHIZAWA Orthopedic Surgery

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Takenozuka Station (Tsukuba Express) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English confirmed
  • Near central Tokyo
  • WASHIZAWA Orthopedic Surgery is a neighborhood orthopedic clinic in Takenotsuka, one of Adachi’s more residential pockets in northeast Tokyo. It’s the kind of place locals go for the full range of bone-and-joint complaints — sports injuries, back pain, joint issues, post-fracture rehab, the works. Not a hospital, not a tourist-facing international clinic. Just a solid, community-rooted orthopedic practice.

    For English speakers, there’s conversational English capability here, which puts it a step above most local clinics. Don’t expect a fully bilingual experience, but you’re not going in completely blind either. Some English resources are available, so basic communication around your symptoms and treatment plan should be manageable. A translation app as backup never hurts.

    Takenotsuka Station (Tobu Skytree Line) is your access point. Adachi isn’t the most expat-dense ward, so if you’re coming from central Tokyo, it’s a committed trip — but for residents of the area, having an orthopedic clinic with any English capability nearby is genuinely useful.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried approach from the doctors — the kind of clinic where they actually look at you rather than shuffling you out in five minutes. Wait times can run longer during peak hours, which is pretty standard for a busy local orthopedic practice. The atmosphere is calm and community-focused. Patients generally feel their concerns are taken seriously, and the diagnostic process feels careful rather than rushed.

    English Language Proficiency

    There's genuine conversational English capability here, which is more than most Adachi clinics offer. Reception may have basic English, and some English materials are available. That said, this isn't an international clinic — complex medical conversations will hit a ceiling. Bring a translation app for anything nuanced. If you can communicate your main symptoms clearly in simple English, you'll likely get through the visit without major friction. Japanese speakers will obviously have a smoother time.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.washizawa-seikeigeka.com
    • 東京都足立区竹の塚2-11ー5
    • Takenozuka Station (Tsukuba Express) — 2 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.
    WASHIZAWA Orthopedic Surgery

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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