Shigaraki Clinic
About
Shigaraki Clinic, located in Shigaraki-cho, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, is a community-based internal medicine clinic. Situated in the heart of a historic town known for Shigaraki ware, it serves the everyday medical needs of local residents. The clinic operates on a two-session schedule: morning hours from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and afternoon hours from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with morning sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and afternoon sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Saturday morning availability makes it accessible for those who have difficulty visiting on weekdays. One notable feature of this clinic is its English-language support, providing a comfortable environment for patients who may feel uncertain about communicating in Japanese. The clinic also offers on-site parking, ensuring convenient access by car—an important consideration in areas like Shigaraki where public transportation options are limited. Additionally, the facility is barrier-free, making it welcoming and accessible for elderly patients and those with physical disabilities. Through its broad range of internal medicine services, the clinic plays a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of the Shigaraki community.
