Ando Dermatology & cosmetic surgery

Ando Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery sits in Nakano, a residential ward west of Shinjuku that most expats pass through without stopping. This clinic covers both medical dermatology — think acne, eczema, rashes — and cosmetic procedures, so the patient mix is fairly varied. The building address puts it in a small apartment-style office block, which is typical for neighborhood clinics in Tokyo.

The website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. But “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean the front desk is ready for a full conversation. Realistically, you’ll want to prepare key phrases or have a translation app ready. If your skin issue is straightforward and you can describe it visually or in writing, you’ll probably get by. For anything complex or requiring detailed medical history discussion, bring backup.

It’s a local clinic, not an international medical center. Appointments likely run faster than a hospital, and the cosmetic side means they’re used to patients with specific requests.