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Houjin Dermatology Clinic (芳仁皮膚科医院) sits on the second floor of the T.T Building in Tomioka, Koto Ward — a residential stretch of eastern Tokyo that most expats only discover once they’ve settled in the area. The clinic handles standard dermatology work: acne, eczema, rashes, skin allergies, and general skin checks.

Their website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t book expecting a fully bilingual experience. The realistic picture is somewhere in the middle — they’ve made an effort, but you may hit a language wall at reception or when discussing prescription details. A translation app on your phone is smart backup.

This is a neighborhood clinic, not a foreigner-friendly flagship. That’s not necessarily bad. Smaller dermatology clinics in Japan often mean shorter waits and a doctor who actually looks at your skin rather than rushing you out. If you’re in Koto Ward and need a dermatologist without trekking to central Tokyo, this is worth trying. Just go prepared.