HANAWA Dermatology Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
  • English content on clinic website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • HANAWA Dermatology Clinic sits on the 8th floor of Maya Building in Shinjuku 3-chome — a short walk from Shinjuku Station’s east side and right in the thick of one of Tokyo’s busiest neighborhoods. It’s a standard Japanese dermatology setup: skin conditions, acne, eczema, rashes, cosmetic treatments. The clinic has some English on its website, which is a good sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual consultation. The reality is probably somewhere in the middle — basic communication may be possible, but complex skin histories might need a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend. That said, Shinjuku has enough international foot traffic that the staff here likely aren’t strangers to non-Japanese patients. Book ahead if you can; popular Shinjuku clinics fill up fast.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a fairly efficient, no-fuss clinic. Wait times are typical for busy Shinjuku — expect 20 to 40 minutes even with an appointment. The doctor is described as thorough and direct, which Japanese dermatologists tend to be. Prescriptions are given quickly and explanations are functional if brief. Nothing flashy, but it gets the job done. The 8th floor location means a short elevator ride, and the building is straightforward to find once you’re in the area.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, which suggests some awareness of foreign patients — but that doesn't guarantee a smooth English consultation in person. Reception staff may handle basic check-in in English, but detailed symptom discussions will likely need help. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL is strongly recommended. If your skin issue is complex or ongoing, consider writing down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand. No confirmed reports of English-speaking doctors on staff.

    Contact & Location

    • https://hanawahifuka.com
    • 東京都新宿区新宿3-14-23 マヤビル8F
    • Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 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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    HANAWA Dermatology Clinic

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