iryouhoujinshadankeiseikai ankurinitukuhoumonsinnryou
An Clinic (あんクリニック) is a home-visit dermatology service based in Suginami, Tokyo. That’s right — this is a houmon shinryou (訪問診療) clinic, meaning they come to you rather than you going to them. If you’re homebound, elderly, or simply can’t make it to a regular clinic, that’s a genuinely useful setup.
The Takaido-Higashi address is their base, but the actual care happens at patients’ homes or care facilities in the surrounding area. Suginami is well-connected, so coverage likely reaches decent ground.
On the English front, their website has some English-facing content, which is a small positive signal — but “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean the phone receptionist or visiting doctor speaks fluent English. For a home-visit service, communication really matters. Come prepared with a translation app, written notes in Japanese about your condition, or a Japanese-speaking friend who can help coordinate the initial call to set up a visit.
If you need house-call dermatology in western Tokyo and you’re willing to handle some language friction, this clinic is worth investigating.
Patient Feedback
Public patient reviews for this clinic are sparse, which isn’t unusual for home-visit specialty services in Japan — they tend to fly under the radar. What’s typical of houmon shinryou setups: scheduling is done by phone, visits are coordinated in advance, and the pace is more deliberate than a busy urban clinic. Patients who use home-visit services in Japan generally report that doctors take their time on-site. Expect thorough skin assessments without the rush of a 5-minute appointment.
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://houmon-cl.com/
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東京都杉並区高井戸東２－２５－７ 青柳ビル
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Takaido Station (Keio Inokashira Line) — 3 min walk
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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
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