Gotanda East Ekimae Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Gotanda Station (Yamanote Line) — 2 min walk
  • Steps from Gotanda Station
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Gotanda East Ekimae Clinic sits on the fifth floor of the Kitahara Building, a short walk from Gotanda Station — convenient if you’re commuting through Shinagawa or living nearby in Meguro or Osaki. It’s a dermatology-focused clinic handling the usual range of skin concerns: acne, eczema, rashes, moles, and general skin checks.

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation at the front desk. The reality is probably closer to functional Japanese with some written English materials available. Bring a translation app, have your symptoms typed out in Japanese, and manage expectations accordingly. That said, dermatology appointments often rely heavily on visual examination, which makes the language barrier slightly less of an obstacle than in other specialties. If your skin issue is visible and you can point to it, you can get a lot done here even with limited Japanese.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a reasonably efficient clinic without long waits, which matters if you’re squeezing in a lunchtime appointment. Doctors are described as thorough for skin assessments — they look carefully, ask relevant questions, and don’t rush you out. The fifth-floor location keeps foot traffic manageable. It’s a working neighborhood clinic rather than a boutique experience, so expect practical, no-frills care rather than hand-holding.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English-language content, which suggests awareness of international patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception. Full English service is unconfirmed. Realistically, you should prepare a written summary of your symptoms in Japanese before you go. Google Translate or DeepL will help at the counter. Dermatology works in your favor here — showing the problem is often enough to get the consultation moving without perfect verbal communication.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.eastcl.com/gotanda/
    • 東京都品川区東五反田1-14-14 北原ビル5階
    • Gotanda Station (Yamanote Line) — 2 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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    Gotanda East Ekimae Clinic

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    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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