Yamamoto Aki Mental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kudanshita Station (Tozai Line) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English staff confirmed
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Yamamoto Aki Mental Clinic sits on the 6th floor of the Ohashi Building in Kudan-Kita, Chiyoda — a quiet, central part of Tokyo that’s easy to reach but not overwhelming. Despite the name, this is an internal medicine clinic, so expect general health concerns rather than psychiatric care.

    They have conversational English capability, which means someone on staff can communicate in English at a functional level — don’t expect a fully bilingual consultation, but you won’t be stuck miming symptoms either. Some English resources are available, which helps with the paperwork side of things.

    The Chiyoda location puts you close to Kudanshita Station, making it accessible from most parts of central Tokyo. It’s a smaller clinic setup — not a big hospital system — so the experience tends to feel more direct and personal. Good for expats who want a neighborhood-style internal medicine doctor without the chaos of a major hospital.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients at smaller internal medicine clinics like this in Chiyoda tend to report shorter wait times than major hospitals — a genuine advantage if you’re used to spending half a day at a big facility. The one-doctor or small-team setup usually means you see the same person consistently, which helps with continuity. The 6th-floor office setting is calm and low-key. Not a flashy clinic, but that’s not what you’re here for.

    English Language Proficiency

    Conversational English is available, so basic communication — explaining symptoms, understanding instructions — should be manageable without a translation app. That said, "conversational" isn't "fluent," so complex or nuanced medical history conversations might hit a wall. Some English resources are on hand, which likely means at least partial English forms or printed materials. Calling ahead in English to confirm appointment details is a smart move before your first visit.

    Contact & Location

    • http://yamamotoaki.jp
    • 東京都千代田区九段北1-3-2 大橋ビル6F
    • Kudanshita Station (Tozai Line) — 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

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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Yamamoto Aki Mental Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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