Owaki Clinic
About
Owaki Clinic is an internal medicine clinic located on Ekimae-dori in Agematsu, Kiso District, Nagano Prefecture. Situated within walking distance from Agematsu Station on the JR Chuo Line, the clinic serves as an accessible healthcare facility for local residents and visitors to the Kiso region. Specializing in internal medicine, the clinic addresses a wide range of conditions from common ailments such as colds, fevers, and abdominal pain to the management of lifestyle-related diseases. Operating hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Saturdays), making daytime visits convenient. The clinic is closed on Wednesdays, Sundays, public holidays, and during the New Year and Obon periods. A notable feature of the clinic is its ability to provide services in English. As the Kiso area is known as a tourist destination, the availability of English communication provides reassurance for those unfamiliar with Japanese who may fall ill during their stay. As a community-based primary care facility, the clinic is widely used for routine health management and as a destination for unexpected health concerns.