Key Facts
• Taketa City Children’s Clinic to reopen on July 1, 2025, after a two-month delay.
• Closure began in July 2023 due to the hospitalization of the clinic’s sole doctor.
• Initial reopening was planned for May 2025 but delayed due to a national shortage of pediatric medicines.
• Mayor Masahiro Doi apologized for the delay and emphasized creating a stable operational system.
• Improvements include reduced staff workload, better coordination between city officials and medical staff, and revised operating hours.
• New operating hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:30 PM–5:00 PM.
• Reception closes at 11:00 AM (morning) and 4:00 PM (afternoon); Tuesday mornings only.
• Online reservations via LINE app introduced for convenience.
• The clinic’s doctor has already returned to work.
• External experts were consulted to address operational challenges and propose solutions.
Summary
Taketa City Children’s Clinic in Tamaki will resume operations on July 1, 2025, following a two-year closure caused by the hospitalization of its only doctor. The reopening, initially planned for May, was delayed due to a nationwide shortage of pediatric medicines. Mayor Masahiro Doi expressed regret for the delay and highlighted efforts to ensure stable operations, including reducing staff workload and improving coordination between city officials and medical staff. The clinic will operate on weekdays with adjusted hours and introduce online reservations via the LINE app. These measures aim to enhance service efficiency and prevent issues like excessive working hours. The clinic’s doctor has already returned, and the city has implemented recommendations from external experts to address operational challenges.
