Honda Hospital

Total reviews: 345
Meguro Station (JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Namboku Line, Tokyo Metro Mita Line) — 12 min walk
  • Hospital-scale dermatology facility
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Honda Hospital is a dermatology clinic run under the Meguro Kosei-kai medical corporation, sitting in the residential Kakino-ki-zaka neighborhood of Meguro — not the most obvious place to stumble upon, but locals know it. It handles standard dermatological concerns: skin conditions, rashes, eczema, acne, and likely cosmetic dermatology consultations.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t automatically mean the front desk or doctors will switch into English mid-appointment. Think of the English web presence as a welcome mat, not a guarantee. If you’re coming here, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything complicated. For straightforward skin issues where you can point and describe basics, you’ll probably manage. For nuanced conversations about chronic conditions or treatment options, prepare accordingly.

    It’s a hospital-scale facility rather than a small clinic, so expect some structure — registration, waiting, the usual flow. Meguro is well-connected, which makes getting here relatively painless from most parts of Tokyo.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a reasonably organized facility with typical Japanese clinic efficiency — check in, wait, see the doctor, done. Dermatology appointments here tend to be fairly transactional: doctors assess, prescribe, move on. Don’t expect long consultations. Wait times vary but aren’t reported as unusually bad. The hospital structure means there’s proper support staff, which can make the process feel smoother than a tiny one-room clinic, even if it’s less personal.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has English-facing content, which suggests some awareness of international patients — but that's where the certainty ends. There's no confirmed English-speaking staff on record. Reception is likely Japanese-only in practice. For a dermatology visit, Google Translate or a photo of your symptoms with a few typed keywords can get you surprisingly far. For anything beyond basic diagnosis and prescription pickup, having a Japanese speaker with you is the safe call.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.honda-hp.or.jp
    • 東京都目黒区柿の木坂1-30-5
    • Meguro Station (JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Namboku Line, Tokyo Metro Mita Line) — 12 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

    A few things to keep in mind:

    • 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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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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