Kohta Dermatological and Urological Clinic
Kohta Dermatological and Urological Clinic sits in Tachikawa’s Saiwaicho neighborhood — not exactly central Tokyo, but accessible if you’re living out in the western suburbs. They handle both dermatology and urology under one roof, which is a practical setup for conditions that sometimes overlap. The clinic has some English-facing content on their website, which suggests they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a full English conversation with reception. Bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is limited. That said, the dual-specialty setup means fewer referral headaches if you’re dealing with skin or urinary issues — you’re not bouncing between clinics. Standard Japanese clinic experience overall: appointment-based, relatively organized, not a lot of hand-holding. Best suited for expats who are comfortable navigating with some language workarounds.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a fairly typical neighborhood clinic experience — reasonably short waits if you book ahead, and doctors who are thorough without being rushed. The dual-specialty setup seems to work smoothly in practice. No reports of exceptional English support, but patients note the staff are patient and willing to work through communication barriers. It’s a no-frills, get-the-job-done kind of place. Not a boutique expat clinic, but functional and generally well-regarded locally.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://kohta-clinic.com
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東京都立川市幸町3-1-3
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Tachikawaきた駅 (JR East Japan Lines) — 3 min walk
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English Support
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