Iwase Clinic
Iwase Clinic is a dermatology practice sitting on the 4th floor of Tabata Clinic Mall in Kita Ward — a quiet residential corner of north Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they live nearby. The clinic covers standard skin concerns: acne, eczema, rashes, moles, and general skin checkups.
Their website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t take that as a guarantee that your appointment will run smoothly in English. Reception and consultation may still be primarily in Japanese. If you’re coming from outside the area specifically for English-friendly dermatology, it’s worth calling ahead or sending an email to check what’s actually available before you make the trip. That said, for expats living in Kita or nearby Tabata, this is a convenient local option for skin issues that don’t require a major hospital visit.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a fairly efficient neighborhood dermatology clinic — not a long-wait specialist hospital, more of a get-in, get-assessed, get-out setup. Doctors appear thorough enough for routine skin issues. The clinic mall setting means it shares a building with other specialties, so the environment feels practical rather than clinical and intimidating. Patients with basic Japanese or a translation app tend to manage fine. Not many reviews specifically from English-speaking expats.
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.iwase-clinic.com/
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東京都北区東田端１－１４－１ 田端クリニックモール４Ｆ
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Tabata Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 2 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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