Hiiragi Clinic
Hiiragi Clinic is a small dermatology practice on the third floor of K-Building in Minami-Otsuka, Toshima. It covers the usual skin stuff — acne, eczema, rashes, moles — plus cosmetic treatments. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t show up expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception probably won’t hold a conversation in English, so bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your skin issue is complicated to explain. That said, for straightforward dermatology concerns, pointing at a rash and using Google Translate has gotten plenty of expats through appointments like this. Minami-Otsuka is a quiet residential stretch between Ikebukuro and Otsuka Station — easy to reach but not a place most expats wander into by accident. If you’re in Toshima ward and need a dermatologist without trekking to a big hospital, this is a reasonable local option. Check the website before going; hours and availability can shift.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this clinic is limited online in English, so there’s no strong pattern to report yet. Based on its profile — small independent dermatology clinic, local neighborhood setting — expect a fairly efficient appointment, likely under an hour total. Japanese dermatology clinics at this scale tend to be quick and practical rather than deeply consultative. Don’t expect a long back-and-forth conversation about your skin history.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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https://hiiragi.clinic
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Otsuka Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
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