Iryouhouzinsyadansyuukeikai Shinkodaira Kurinikku
Shinkodaira Clinic is a dermatology-focused clinic sitting in Kodaira, a quieter residential pocket of western Tokyo. It’s the kind of neighborhood clinic that locals rely on for skin issues — think acne, eczema, rashes, moles — rather than a big hospital dermatology department with long waits and rotating residents.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual consultation. The English presence online is more functional than fluent. If your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything nuanced. For straightforward skin concerns where you can point at what’s bothering you, you’ll probably manage fine.
Kodaira isn’t central Tokyo, so factor in the commute. It’s accessible from Shin-Kodaira Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line — about 35 minutes from Shinjuku.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, no-frills clinic experience — shorter waits than you’d expect at a hospital dermatology department, and doctors who take time to explain what’s going on with your skin. It’s a local clinic, so the atmosphere is relaxed rather than clinical and rushed. Appointments seem to move at a reasonable pace. Don’t expect cutting-edge cosmetic dermatology — this is bread-and-butter skin care done consistently.
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.shinkodaira-clinic.com
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東京都小平市小川町２－１９７５－８
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Kodaira Station (Seibu-Shinjuku Line) — 12 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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