YAMAKAWA CLINIC
Yamakawa Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine practice tucked inside a residential building in Izumi, Suginami Ward — the kind of quiet corner of Tokyo that most expats never end up in unless they actually live nearby. It handles the everyday stuff: colds, chronic conditions, checkups, referrals. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but it doesn’t confirm bilingual staff or English-language consultations. That gap matters. If you’re dealing with something straightforward and can get by with a translation app or bring a Japanese-speaking friend, this could work fine. If you need a fully English-capable appointment from start to finish, call ahead and confirm before you show up. It’s a small clinic in a residential complex, so expect a local, low-key atmosphere — not a big international medical center. Good for Suginami residents who want something close to home.
Patient Feedback
No substantial patient review data is publicly available in English for this clinic. Based on its setup — small, residential-area internal medicine practice — expect a typical local Japanese clinic experience: potentially short waits, a single attending doctor, and efficient but brief consultations. It’s not set up for complex international patient needs. Best suited for straightforward health concerns if you’re already in the neighborhood.
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://yamakawa-clinic-09.com/
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東京都杉並区和泉４－１－２２ パークホームズ杉並和泉ザ・レジデンス
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Izumi Station (Marunouchi 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.
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