KOTO HOSPITAL
Koto Hospital is a full-service hospital in Koto Ward, east Tokyo, with a dermatology department that handles everything from routine skin issues to more complex conditions. It’s run by a social medical corporation (社会医療法人), meaning it operates with a public-service orientation rather than as a private money-first clinic. That typically means reasonable fees and a no-frills approach to care.
The hospital has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English-language experience. Dermatology consultations can get technical fast — rashes, chronic conditions, prescriptions — and you’ll want to prepare. Bring a translation app, write your symptoms down in Japanese if you can, or bring a Japanese-speaking friend if your skin issue is complicated.
Located in Ojima in Koto Ward, it’s not the most central spot for expats based in Shibuya or Minato, but if you’re living in east Tokyo, this is a legitimate hospital option with a real dermatology department rather than a tiny single-doctor clinic.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on Koto Hospital’s dermatology department is limited in English-language sources. As a hospital-based department rather than a standalone skin clinic, wait times can run longer than at a private dermatology office. The upside is access to broader diagnostic resources. Doctors appear thorough and the hospital setting means referrals within the building are straightforward if your skin condition turns out to be connected to something else.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.koto-hospital.or.jp/
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東京都江東区大島６－８－５
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Ojima Station (Tozai Line) — 3 min walk
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