Yoshikawa Kid's Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Shakujii Station (Seibu Ikebukuro Line) — 8 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Yoshikawa Kid’s Clinic is a pediatric clinic on the second floor of Toyoei Building in Ishikamicho, Nerima — a residential part of northwest Tokyo that’s home to a decent number of expat families. It’s a standard Japanese neighborhood children’s clinic: good for routine checkups, vaccinations, common illnesses, and the everyday stuff that comes with having kids.

    The website has some English content, which is a better sign than nothing, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation. Reception staff likely have limited English, and the doctors may or may not be comfortable consulting in English depending on who’s working. Bring a translation app, have your child’s medical history written out in Japanese if you can, and manage expectations.

    For expats in Nerima with young kids, options are limited compared to central Tokyo — so if this clinic is close to you, it’s worth a visit to gauge the English situation in person.

    Patient Feedback

    No substantial English-language review base exists for this clinic, which is typical for smaller neighborhood pediatric practices in outer Tokyo. Japanese reviews tend to highlight the clinic’s family-friendly atmosphere and the doctor’s calm, unhurried manner with children. Wait times can stretch on busy mornings — common at most Japanese pediatric clinics. It’s a local practice, not a foreigner-facing one, so the experience will feel very Japanese.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients. But that doesn't mean reception can hold a medical conversation in English. Realistically, expect Japanese-only communication at the desk. A translation app like Google Translate or Midori will help. If you can bring a Japanese-speaking friend or have your symptoms written out in Japanese beforehand, do it. No confirmed English-speaking doctor on staff.

    Contact & Location

    • http://y-kidscl.jp
    • 東京都練馬区石神井町6-15-8 豊英ビル2FB室
    • Shakujii Station (Seibu Ikebukuro Line) — 8 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.
    Yoshikawa Kid's Clinic

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