YAOITA CLINIC
Yaoita Clinic is an orthopedic practice sitting on the 4th floor of a building near Yotsuya Sanchome and Shinjuku, covering the usual orthopedic territory — joint pain, back problems, sports injuries, fractures, post-surgical rehab. The clinic has some English-language content on its website, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t automatically mean the staff speak fluent English in person. Realistically, you’re probably looking at a Japanese-primary environment where a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend would make your visit smoother. That said, having English online content suggests they’re at least aware that foreign patients exist and aren’t hostile to the idea. For straightforward musculoskeletal issues where you can point at what hurts and nod at an X-ray, language barriers are more manageable here than at a general internal medicine clinic. Location is convenient — Shinjuku-adjacent, near Yotsuya Sanchome Station.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a functional, no-frills orthopedic setup. Doctors are generally described as thorough with physical exams and willing to explain X-ray findings. Wait times can run moderate — not unusually long for a Tokyo specialty clinic, but don’t count on being in and out in 30 minutes. The vibe is professional and clinical rather than warm and chatty. For expats, the experience depends heavily on who’s at reception that day.
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 -
http://www.yaoita-clinic.com
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東京都新宿区住吉町２－１４ 四谷曙橋ビル４Ｆ
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Akebonebashi Station (Marunouchi Line) — 2 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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