Nakayama Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Takamatsu Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 8 min walk
  • Online appointment booking available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Nakayama Clinic is a neighborhood dermatology practice in Nerima Ward, sitting in a quiet residential part of Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they actually live there. It handles the usual dermatology workload — skin conditions, rashes, acne, moles — the kind of stuff you need sorted without trekking to a hospital.

    The clinic has some English on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t count on smooth English-language service at the counter. This is a local clinic serving a local community. A translation app will probably save you. If your Japanese is zero, showing up with your symptoms written out or screenshots of what you’re dealing with goes a long way.

    That said, Nerima residents dealing with skin issues don’t have many English-friendly options nearby, and this clinic is accessible and legitimate. Appointments are bookable online. It’s a practical choice if you’re in the area — just go in with realistic expectations about language.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills dermatology visit. The doctor is reportedly thorough and doesn’t rush consultations. Wait times at a neighborhood clinic like this can vary — walk-in heavy days get backed up. The setting is calm and local, not a busy urban clinic. Patients seem to appreciate that it’s easy to get an appointment and that the doctor takes skin complaints seriously rather than brushing them off quickly.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English content, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients, but confirmed English-speaking staff at reception is unclear. Realistically, you should prepare. Bring a translation app, write your symptoms down in Japanese beforehand, or use Google Translate to navigate intake forms. Medical forms are almost certainly in Japanese only. If your condition is visible, showing the doctor directly helps more than explaining it verbally.

    Contact & Location

    • https://nakayama-nerima.clinic/
    • 東京都練馬区田柄2-45-8
    • Takamatsu Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 8 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Nakayama Clinic

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    Proficiency Score
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