ITO CLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Umejima Station (Tsukuba Express) — 2 min walk
  • Dermatology-only specialist clinic
  • Near central Tokyo
  • ITO CLINIC is a dermatology clinic on the third floor of Umejima Jisho Building in Adachi Ward — not the most central Tokyo location, but it’s a real neighborhood clinic serving local residents. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English consultation. This is firmly a Japanese-language practice that may accommodate basic English communication. Bring a translation app, write down your symptoms beforehand, and have your Japanese address ready. For common skin issues — acne, eczema, rashes, moles — the barrier is manageable. For anything nuanced that requires detailed back-and-forth, consider whether your Japanese is up to it or whether you need a more expat-focused clinic. Adachi isn’t exactly expat central, so if you’re living nearby, this is probably your most convenient dermatology option. If you’re traveling across the city for it, make sure you’ve confirmed they can actually handle your needs first.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language sources. Based on its neighborhood clinic profile, expect a fairly standard Japanese dermatology experience — efficient, no-frills, with a doctor who gets to the point. Wait times at smaller Adachi clinics tend to be reasonable outside of morning rush. Don’t expect extended explanations unprompted. If you want to understand your diagnosis, ask directly and use a translation app to bridge gaps.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or during consultation. Realistically, assume Japanese-only service unless you confirm otherwise before your visit. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will be essential. Writing your symptoms down in Japanese beforehand helps a lot. Call ahead if you can, or send an email through the website to gauge their English capacity before showing up.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.itoc.jp
    • 東京都足立区梅田8-1-1 梅島地所ビル3F
    • Umejima Station (Tsukuba Express) — 2 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

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    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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