JUNTENDO UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Juntendo University Hospital is one of Tokyo’s major academic medical centers, sitting in Bunkyo’s university district near Hongo-sanchome Station. The dermatology department operates at full teaching-hospital scale — meaning you’ll likely see residents alongside attending physicians, and appointments can feel more clinical and process-heavy than a private clinic. That said, the depth of specialist knowledge here is real. They handle everything from routine skin conditions to complex cases that smaller clinics would refer out anyway.

English capability exists but it’s conversational, not comprehensive. Some staff can manage basic explanations in English, and there are English-language resources available, but don’t expect a fully bilingual experience. Come prepared with written notes about your symptoms and medication history. Google Translate will be your friend at the reception desk.

Booking requires advance planning — this is not a walk-in situation. If you have a referral letter (紹介状) from another clinic, bring it. Without one, you’ll pay an extra initial fee and potentially wait longer. Best suited for expats with a real dermatological concern who want serious diagnostic muscle behind their care.