Kohinata Clinic
Kohinata Clinic sits on the 8th floor of the Ascent Myogadani building in Bunkyo — a quiet, residential part of Tokyo that doesn’t get much expat foot traffic, but is easy enough to reach from central Tokyo. It’s a straightforward dermatology clinic: skin conditions, rashes, acne, that kind of thing. Not a cosmetic-first place.
English capability here is described as conversational, so you’re not walking into a wall of blank stares, but don’t expect fluent medical consultations either. Staff can handle the basics, and there are some English resources available. If your Japanese is zero, bring a translation app as backup — it’ll make things smoother for both sides.
The clinic’s website is in Japanese, so pre-visit research will require some effort. That said, for expats living in or near Bunkyo who need reliable dermatological care without trekking to a foreigner-specialist clinic in Minato or Shinjuku, this is a genuinely practical option worth knowing about.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic environment — typical of Bunkyo’s quieter medical scene. Dermatologists here tend to be thorough in examining and explaining conditions, though explanations may lean Japanese-heavy. Wait times are generally reasonable compared to larger hospital outpatient departments. It’s not a flashy setup, but patients report feeling taken seriously rather than rushed through. The 8th floor location gives it a calm, slightly removed feel from street-level clinic chaos.
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.kohinata-cl.jp
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東京都文京区小日向４－６－２２ アセント茗荷谷８Ｆ
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Myōgadani Station (Marunouchi 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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