Asakaiin

Total reviews: 345
Lakeside Station (Tamagawa Line) — 8 min walk
  • Dermatology-only clinic
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Asakaiin (浅香医院) is a dermatology clinic in Higashiyamato, a quieter residential part of western Tokyo. It’s the kind of neighborhood skin clinic that handles the everyday stuff — rashes, acne, eczema, allergies — rather than cosmetic procedures. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent conversation. The reality is probably closer to: basic communication possible, Google Translate helpful, and patience required on both sides. Bring photos of your symptoms, write down medication names in advance, and have your insurance card ready. For expats living in or near Higashiyamato, this is a practical option for dermatology without trekking into central Tokyo. If you need cosmetic dermatology or complex multilingual support, look elsewhere.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills clinic experience. Wait times can run long during peak hours — mornings especially. The doctor tends to be efficient and direct rather than chatty, which works fine if you know what you’re there for. It’s a local clinic serving local patients, so expect a practical, get-in-get-treated-get-out atmosphere rather than a polished international clinic feel.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English-language content, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients. But confirmed English-speaking staff? Not clear. Reception is likely Japanese-only in practice. Forms will almost certainly be in Japanese. Your best move: screenshot your symptoms, write your medical history in simple Japanese using a translation app, and don't count on back-and-forth explanations. It's manageable, not seamless.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.asaka-clinic.com
    • 東京都東大和市湖畔1-1043-39
    • Lakeside Station (Tamagawa Line) — 8 min walk
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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