Meguro Yazaki Hifuka

Total reviews: 345
Meguro Station (JR Yamanote Line, JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line, Tokyo Metro Namboku Line, Tokyo Metro Mita Line) — 3 min walk
  • English website content available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Meguro Yazaki Hifuka is a dermatology clinic on the second floor of Ōtori Estate Building in Meguro — a quiet residential-ish part of the ward, away from the busier station area. They handle the usual skin stuff: acne, eczema, rashes, allergies, and cosmetic concerns. The clinic has some English content on their website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation at the front desk. That part is genuinely unclear. A translation app on your phone is smart to bring. It’s a small neighborhood clinic, not a big international-facing practice, so expectations should match that. If your Japanese is zero, prepare a written summary of your symptoms beforehand. That said, dermatology is one of the more manageable specialties to navigate without fluent communication — you can point at things, which helps.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills clinic experience. The doctor is described as thorough and practical — you get a diagnosis and a clear treatment plan without a lot of fuss. Wait times seem reasonable for a local clinic, though it can get busy during peak morning hours. The overall vibe is calm and professional. It’s a neighborhood practice, so don’t expect a glossy setup, but patients seem to leave with answers.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of international patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or during consultation. Full English service is unconfirmed. If you go, bring a translation app, have your symptoms written down in Japanese if possible, and don't rely on smooth back-and-forth conversation. Dermatology appointments are relatively manageable without shared language, but going prepared will make things a lot smoother.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.yazaki-skincl.jp
    • 東京都目黒区目黒3-10-13 大鳥エステートビル2F
    • Meguro Station (JR Yamanote Line, JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line, Tokyo Metro Namboku Line, Tokyo Metro Mita Line) — 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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    Meguro Yazaki Hifuka

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