Kohta Dermatological and Urological Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Tachikawaきた駅 (JR East Japan Lines) — 3 min walk
  • Dermatology and urology combined
  • Near central Tokyo
  • 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

    The clinic has English content on its website, which is a good sign, but it doesn't confirm fluent English-speaking staff at reception or during consultations. Realistically, expect Japanese-first service. Medical forms are likely in Japanese only. Your best move: use a translation app, bring a bilingual friend, or prepare key symptom descriptions in Japanese beforehand. If your condition is straightforward and you can communicate basics, you'll probably manage fine.

    Contact & Location

    • http://kohta-clinic.com
    • 東京都立川市幸町3-1-3
    • Tachikawaきた駅 (JR East Japan Lines) — 3 min walk
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

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    Kohta Dermatological and Urological Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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