Kinshicyo Karugamo Hifuka
Kinshicho Karugamo Hifuka is a dermatology clinic on the 4th floor of the KOIKE Building in Sumida’s Taihei neighborhood, a short walk from Kinshicho Station. The clinic covers standard dermatology: acne, eczema, rashes, skin checks, and related concerns. The name “karugamo” means mallard duck — charming, not particularly relevant, but you’ll remember it.
Their website has some English content, which suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. Whether that translates to a smooth in-person English experience is less clear. Reception and doctor consultations are likely in Japanese, so bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese isn’t solid.
Being on the 4th floor of a small office building, this isn’t a flashy hospital setup — it’s a neighborhood clinic. That tends to mean shorter waits than big hospital dermatology departments and a more direct relationship with the doctor. If you’re in Sumida and need your skin looked at without trekking across Tokyo, this is a reasonable local option.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language spaces, so take this with appropriate skepticism. Small neighborhood dermatology clinics in Tokyo like this one typically run efficiently — appointments move, waits are manageable, and you’re not sitting in a hospital queue for hours. The 4th-floor office setup is functional, not fancy. Doctors at clinics this size tend to be direct and practical. Don’t expect a lengthy consultation, but you should get a clear diagnosis and prescription.
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 -
https://karugamo-hifuka.com
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東京都墨田区太平３－４－８ ＫＯＩＫＥ Ｂｌｄ．４Ｆ
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Kuramae Station (Asakusa Line) — 3 min walk
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