YOSHINO EYE CLINIC
Yoshino Eye Clinic sits on the 6th floor of the Fugetsu-do Building in Ueno — one of Tokyo’s more accessible neighborhoods for expats living in or passing through the east side of the city. It’s a dedicated ophthalmology clinic, so if you’ve got something going on with your eyes — vision changes, dryness, cataracts, glaucoma screening — this is the right kind of place to start.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual experience. Staff English ability is unconfirmed, so bring a translation app, have your symptoms written down in Japanese if you can manage it, and don’t expect hand-holding through the paperwork. That said, Ueno is well-connected and easy to get to, and a specialist clinic like this tends to have more structured intake processes than a general practice — which helps when you’re navigating language gaps.
Worth a call or email before your first visit to gauge the English situation.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, no-rush consultation style — doctors here seem to take their time explaining findings rather than moving you through quickly. Wait times can run longer than expected, especially on weekday mornings when the clinic fills up. The 6th-floor setup is clean and organized. Patients with eye conditions needing ongoing care have returned repeatedly, which says something about the clinical consistency.
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 -
https://www.yoshino-eye-clinic.com
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東京都台東区上野１－２０－１０ 風月堂ビル６Ｆ
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Ueno Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 2 min walk
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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.
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English Support
Basic