YURAKUCHO Ekimae Eye Clinic
YURAKUCHO Ekimae Eye Clinic sits on the ground floor of the Dai-ichi Life Hibiya First building, right outside Yurakucho Station — you can’t miss it if you’re coming from the JR or Tokyo Metro exits. The clinic covers standard ophthalmology: eye exams, glaucoma screening, cataracts, dry eye, contact lens prescriptions, and general eye complaints.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual experience at the front desk. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app and write down your symptoms beforehand. The location is a genuine plus — Yurakucho is central, well-connected, and easy to reach from most parts of Tokyo. It’s the kind of neighborhood clinic that serves a mix of local office workers and commuters, so it can get busy during lunch hours and after work. First-visit paperwork will almost certainly be in Japanese.
Patient Feedback
Patients tend to mention the location as the main draw — it’s genuinely walk-out-of-the-station convenient. Wait times can stretch during peak hours, especially early mornings and after 5pm when local office workers pile in. Doctors are described as thorough and efficient rather than chatty. It’s a no-frills neighborhood eye clinic: you get examined, you get a clear answer, you leave. Don’t expect hand-holding, but the care itself seems solid and professional.
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.yurakucho-ganka.jp/
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東京都千代田区有楽町１－１３－２ 第一生命日比谷ファースト１Ｆ
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Yurakucho Station (Yurakucho Line) — 1 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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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