HEIWA MEMORIAL CLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 5 min walk
  • Medical corporation, established practice
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Heiwa Memorial Clinic is a dermatology practice on the second floor of a building in Hirano, Koto Ward — a quieter residential pocket of east Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they live nearby. The clinic operates under the medical corporation Junzuikai, which suggests an established, structured practice rather than a solo operation.

    Their website has some English-facing content, which is a decent sign, but don’t take that as a guarantee of fluent English service at the front desk. Realistically, you’re probably looking at a mixed situation — some staff may manage basic English, but for anything detailed about your skin condition, a translation app or Japanese-speaking friend would make the visit smoother.

    This is a neighborhood dermatology clinic. Expect standard Japanese clinic format: registration, wait, short but focused consultation, prescription if needed. Good for skin issues like eczema, acne, rashes, or mole checks. Not a cosmetic clinic. If you’re in Koto Ward and need a dermatologist without trekking into central Tokyo, this is worth knowing about.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for this clinic is limited online in English, so expectations should be set accordingly. Based on the clinic structure and location, you can expect a fairly typical Japanese dermatology experience: numbered queue system, moderate wait times, and a doctor consultation that’s efficient rather than lengthy. Koto Ward clinics tend to be less crowded than central Tokyo equivalents, which may mean shorter waits. Thoroughness likely depends on how clearly you can communicate your symptoms.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English content, which puts this clinic slightly ahead of zero-effort practices — but that doesn't confirm English-speaking staff on the floor. Reception is likely Japanese-primary. For routine visits, Google Translate or a medical translation app should get you through registration and basic symptom explanation. If your skin issue is complex or requires detailed history-taking, bringing a Japanese-speaking friend is the safer call. No confirmed English intake forms.

    Contact & Location

    • http://heiwa-med.com
    • 東京都江東区平野2-11-5 2階
    • Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 5 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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    • Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    HEIWA MEMORIAL CLINIC

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