Meiwa Byouin
Meiwa Byouin is a dermatology clinic tucked into Kanda Sudacho, a quiet side street in Chiyoda — easy walking distance from Akihabara and Ogawamachi stations. It’s a proper hospital-format setup under the Dojin Kinen Kai medical foundation, which means it leans more clinical than boutique. They handle general skin conditions, which covers most of the bread-and-butter stuff expats need: rashes, eczema, acne, mystery bumps.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign — it suggests they’ve at least thought about non-Japanese patients. But “English on the website” doesn’t automatically mean smooth communication at the front desk. Expect Japanese-dominant interactions. A translation app will help. If you have a complex or ongoing condition, it’s worth preparing written notes about your history in Japanese beforehand.
Chiyoda is convenient for anyone working or living in central Tokyo, and the clinic’s foundation backing suggests stability and reasonable infrastructure. Not a flashy expat clinic, but a functional, established dermatology option in a very accessible part of the city.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on Meiwa Byouin is limited in English-language sources, so take this with appropriate skepticism. The foundation-backed structure tends to mean organized processes and consistent staffing rather than the unpredictability of a solo-doctor practice. Dermatology appointments in Japan generally run efficiently — short consultations, quick prescriptions. Don’t expect lengthy explanations unless you push for them. Waiting times at mid-size Tokyo clinics like this can vary; mornings early in the week tend to be busiest.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.meiwahp.com
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東京都千代田区神田須田町１－１８
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Awaoji Station (Asakusa Line) — 3 min walk
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