Myogadani Akane Dermatology Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Myogadani Station (Marunouchi Line) — 2 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Myogadani Akane Dermatology Clinic sits on the second floor of the Myogadani Clear Building in Bunkyo’s Otsuka area, a short walk from Myogadani Station on the Marunouchi Line. It’s a standard Japanese neighborhood dermatology clinic — think skin conditions, acne, eczema, allergic reactions, and cosmetic concerns rather than anything surgical or complex.

    The clinic has some English on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t book expecting a bilingual consultation. Full English service isn’t confirmed. If your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app, write out your symptoms in advance, or use Google Translate’s camera mode on any paperwork. The doctors here are likely competent and thorough — that’s the norm for Japanese dermatology clinics of this type — but communication will take effort on your end.

    Bunkyo is a quieter, residential-ish ward. Not the most expat-heavy area, so this clinic probably doesn’t see a ton of foreign patients. That said, if you’re nearby and need skin care, it’s a solid local option.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for this clinic is limited online in English, so take this with a grain of salt. Japanese-language reviews suggest a tidy, organized clinic with relatively manageable wait times for the area. The doctor appears thorough and doesn’t rush consultations — fairly typical of smaller Japanese derm clinics where the doctor handles everything personally. Patients seem to leave with clear treatment plans. Nothing flashy, just competent neighborhood dermatology.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which puts it slightly ahead of the average neighborhood clinic. But that doesn't mean the front desk or doctors speak English comfortably. There's no confirmed English-speaking staff. If you go, have your symptoms written out in Japanese or use a translation app. Bring your health insurance card. Forms will almost certainly be in Japanese only. A medical translation tool like DeepL or Google Translate camera mode will help significantly.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.akane-hifuka.jp
    • 東京都文京区大塚3-5-1茗荷谷クリアビル2F
    • Myogadani Station (Marunouchi 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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