Hirooka Clinic
Hirooka Clinic is a dermatology practice on the 3rd floor of the Forecast Shinjuku Avenue building, a short walk from Shinjuku Station. They handle the usual skin concerns — acne, eczema, rashes, moles — and appear to have some cosmetic dermatology services as well.
The clinic has English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t guarantee smooth communication at the front desk. This is a Japanese-run neighborhood dermatology clinic in a busy urban area, not an international clinic staffed by bilingual doctors. If your Japanese is minimal, download a translation app before you go and screenshot key phrases about your symptoms. Bring your health insurance card.
Shinjuku is well-connected, so getting here is easy from almost anywhere in Tokyo. The building is modern and the clinic feels like a professional urban practice rather than a cramped local shop. For straightforward skin issues, it’s a reasonable option if you’re in the Shinjuku area — just go in with realistic expectations about English support.
Patient Feedback
Patient experiences at Hirooka Clinic aren’t widely documented in English, which itself tells you something — this isn’t a clinic heavily trafficked by the expat community. For Japanese-speaking patients, it appears to function as a competent, efficient urban dermatology clinic. Wait times in Shinjuku clinics can run long during peak hours. Expect a professional but no-frills experience: you’ll be seen, assessed, and sent off with a prescription or referral. Nothing flashy.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://www.h-cl.org
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Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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