Kojimachi Dermatology, Plastic Surgery Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kojimachi Station (Tozai Line) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kojimachi Dermatology and Plastic Surgery Clinic sits in the basement of a quiet office building in Hirakawachō, right in the heart of Chiyoda — easy to reach from Hanzōmon or Kojimachi stations. It covers both dermatology and plastic surgery, so you’re looking at a clinic that handles everything from acne and eczema to scar treatment and minor cosmetic procedures.

    The English situation is real but modest. Staff have conversational English, which means you can explain your symptoms without miming or pulling up Google Translate every thirty seconds. Don’t expect a fully bilingual consultation, but most routine dermatology visits — describing a rash, discussing a prescription, following up on treatment — should be manageable. If your situation is complex or you have detailed questions, bring notes or a translation app as backup.

    It’s a straightforward neighborhood dermatology clinic. Not flashy, not a medical tourism destination. Just a functional, accessible option for expats in central Tokyo who need a skin doctor and can’t yet do it entirely in Japanese.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients generally describe straightforward, no-fuss appointments. The clinic runs efficiently — waits aren’t typically long for a central Tokyo location. Doctors are reported as thorough on diagnosis without being overly chatty, which some people appreciate and others find a bit clinical. It’s a get-in, get-examined, get-your-prescription setup. Good for recurring skin issues where you already know roughly what’s going on. Less ideal if you need a lot of hand-holding or detailed back-and-forth explanation.

    English Language Proficiency

    Reception and some clinical staff can handle basic English conversation — enough to check you in, confirm your symptoms, and explain a prescription. Don't expect full bilingual consultations, but routine visits are manageable. Forms are likely in Japanese, so having your address and insurance details written out in advance helps. A translation app on your phone is smart backup for anything detailed. Overall, a step above "no English at all," but not a fully English-equipped clinic.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.kojihifu.com
    • 東京都千代田区平河町1-4-5 平和第一ビル B1F
    • Kojimachi Station (Tozai Line) — 2 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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    Kojimachi Dermatology, Plastic Surgery Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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