YAMAUCHI HEART CLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Omotesando Station (Chiyoda Line) — 2 min walk
  • South Aoyama, Minato location
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Yamauchi Heart Clinic sits on the third floor of the Shin-Aoyama Building West Wing in Minato’s South Aoyama neighborhood — solid location, easy to reach from Aoyama-Itchome Station. Despite the name sounding cardiac, this is an orthopedics clinic. Worth knowing before you book.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual experience. English capability at reception is unclear, so if your Japanese is nonexistent, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend as backup. The neighborhood itself is expat-friendly, which helps with the surrounding logistics.

    For orthopedic issues — joint pain, back problems, sports injuries — this clinic covers that ground. Being in Minato means it’s accessible from central Tokyo without too much hassle. Appointments are recommended over walking in.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language sources, so take this with appropriate skepticism. The Minato location and professional building setting suggest a mid-to-upper-tier neighborhood practice. Orthopedic clinics in this area tend toward thorough initial consultations with imaging. Wait times at smaller specialty clinics in Tokyo can vary — walk-ins often wait longer than appointment holders. Nothing alarming in the available signals, but nothing definitive either.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English-facing content, which puts it a step above clinics with zero English presence. But that doesn't guarantee the receptionist speaks English or that intake forms come in English. Realistically, you should prepare for a Japanese-primary environment. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will help. If your issue is complex or you need to explain symptom history in detail, bringing a bilingual friend or using a medical interpreter service is the safer call.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.yamauchi-heartclinic.com
    • 東京都港区南青山1-1-1 新青山ビル西館3F
    • Omotesando Station (Chiyoda 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

    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.
    YAMAUCHI HEART CLINIC

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    Proficiency Score
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