Inoue Byouin
Inoue Byouin is a dermatology-focused hospital (not just a small clinic) sitting in Takenotsuka, one of Adachi Ward’s quieter residential pockets in northeast Tokyo. It’s run under the medical corporation Seifukai, which suggests some organizational structure behind it — this isn’t a solo-doctor setup.
The hospital has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and be handed an English-speaking dermatologist. Reality in Adachi is that English medical support is hit-or-miss. Bring a translation app, have your symptoms written out in Japanese if possible, and manage expectations accordingly.
For skin issues — rashes, eczema, acne, chronic conditions — this is a legitimate dermatology destination in a part of Tokyo that doesn’t have a ton of English-friendly options. Adachi isn’t exactly expat-central, so if you’re living out here, Inoue is worth knowing about even if the language situation requires some legwork on your end.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a fairly thorough dermatology experience — doctors here tend to take skin conditions seriously rather than rushing people out. Wait times can run longer than a small private clinic, which comes with the hospital format. The facility feels more clinical than cozy. Staff are generally described as professional and focused. Not a place with a warm hand-holding vibe, but you’ll likely leave with an actual diagnosis and a treatment plan.
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 -
http://www.inouehsp.or.jp/
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東京都足立区竹の塚５－１２－１１
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Takenozuka Station (Tsukuba Express) — 2 min walk
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English Support
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