KOHOKU NAIKA CLINIC
Kohoku Naika Clinic is a dermatology clinic tucked into the residential streets of Kita-Adachi, in the northeastern corner of Tokyo. Adachi-ku isn’t exactly expat central, so if you’re making the trip out here, you’re likely local to the area rather than crossing the city.
The clinic’s website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign — it suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. But whether that translates to an English-speaking receptionist or a bilingual consultation is genuinely unclear. Don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth conversation in English without some preparation.
For dermatology needs — skin conditions, rashes, acne, eczema — this is a neighborhood clinic rather than a specialist hospital. That means shorter travel, more personal care, and probably a more manageable wait than a big hospital dermatology department. Bring a translation app as backup and consider having your concerns written out in Japanese beforehand.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this clinic is limited online in English. As a neighborhood dermatology practice in Adachi, you can expect a more relaxed pace than a large hospital — shorter queues, a doctor who has time to actually look at your skin, and a local rather than clinical atmosphere. That said, without substantial English-language reviews to draw from, the experience is genuinely hard to predict. Go in with low language expectations and you might be pleasantly surprised.
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://kohoku-naikaclinic.com
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東京都足立区江北３－３－１
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Komagome Station (Namboku Line) — 12 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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English Support
Basic