YOKOYAMA Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Nishi-Oji Station (Namboku Line) — 3 min walk
  • Near Nakajujo Station
  • Near central Tokyo
  • YOKOYAMA Clinic is a neighborhood internal medicine practice in Kita Ward, tucked into a quiet residential stretch of Nakajujo. It’s the kind of place locals have been trusting for years — small, community-focused, and not set up with expats specifically in mind. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a good sign, but don’t assume that means smooth English consultation at the counter. You’ll likely need to come prepared — think translation app, written notes in Japanese, or a Japanese-speaking friend if your health issue is complicated. For straightforward stuff like colds, basic checkups, or referrals, it’s manageable. Nakajujo Station is right there, so access from central Tokyo isn’t bad. It’s not a foreigner-friendly clinic by design, but it’s a real, functioning internal medicine practice in a part of Tokyo where English-friendly options are thin.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills neighborhood clinic. Wait times are typical for a local practice — expect to sit a while during busy morning hours. Doctors are reported as attentive and thorough for routine issues. The atmosphere is calm and community-oriented rather than clinical and rushed. It’s not a large hospital setup, so you get more face time with the doctor. Not much feedback specific to foreign patients.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or during consultation. Full English service is unconfirmed. Assume Japanese-only unless you call ahead and confirm otherwise. A translation app or pre-written symptom notes in Japanese will go a long way. Medical forms are almost certainly Japanese only. If your Japanese is minimal, bring backup.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.kenjukai.or.jp
    • 東京都北区中十条2-22-16 1F
    • Nishi-Oji Station (Namboku Line) — 3 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?

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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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