Nomura Clinic
Nomura Clinic (野村医院) is a neighborhood dermatology clinic in Koganei, a quiet residential city in western Tokyo along the Chuo Line. It’s the kind of local skin clinic that handles everything from acne and eczema to rashes and moles — the everyday stuff that expats often struggle to navigate without a specialist.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients. That said, full English service at the front desk isn’t confirmed. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend — that’s just being realistic. This isn’t a foreigner-focused international clinic, it’s a community dermatologist that happens to have a web presence suggesting some English awareness.
If you live in the Koganei, Musashino, or Kokubunji area and need a dermatologist without trekking into central Tokyo, this is worth a call to check current English availability before showing up.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specifically for Nomura Clinic in English is limited, which itself tells you something — this is a local clinic serving a mostly Japanese-speaking community. General patterns for similar neighborhood dermatology clinics in western Tokyo: morning wait times can run 30–60 minutes without an appointment, doctors tend to be thorough on diagnosis but consultations move quickly, and follow-up prescriptions are usually handled efficiently. Expect a functional, no-frills experience rather than a hand-holding one.
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.koganei-nomura-iin.com/
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東京都小金井市前原町３－３５－１５
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Koganei Station (JR Chuo Line) — 8 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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English Support
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