Yonchome-clinic

Total reviews: 345
Tawaramachi Station (Ginza Line) — 2 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Yonchome-clinic is a small internal medicine clinic tucked into the second floor of Daitsuka Building in Moto-Asakusa, Taito. It’s the kind of neighborhood clinic that handles the everyday stuff — chronic conditions, checkups, referrals — rather than specialized or emergency care. The area is quiet and residential, a short walk from Shin-Okachimachi or Asakusa stations depending on your route.

    Their website has some English content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about non-Japanese patients. That said, full English-language service isn’t confirmed — don’t expect a fluent English-speaking doctor or bilingual reception as a given. A translation app will probably come in handy. If your Japanese is minimal, it’s worth calling ahead or having someone contact them first to gauge the situation. For expats living nearby in Taito, it’s a convenient local option for general health needs.

    Patient Feedback

    Detailed patient reviews for Yonchome-clinic are limited in English-language sources. Based on available information, it appears to be a small neighborhood clinic with a straightforward, no-frills atmosphere typical of local Japanese internal medicine practices. Expect relatively short wait times compared to larger hospitals, and a doctor-focused consultation style. The experience will likely feel efficient rather than chatty.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a better sign than nothing. But confirmed English-speaking staff? Unknown. Reception is likely Japanese-only in practice. Bring a translation app — Google Translate's camera mode works well for forms. If you have a specific condition or medication to discuss, prepare written notes in Japanese beforehand or ask a Japanese-speaking friend to call ahead and confirm what language support is actually available.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.4chome-clinic.com
    • 東京都台東区元浅草4-6-4 大塚ビル2F
    • Tawaramachi Station (Ginza 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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