Ogikubo Ueda Clinic
Ogikubo Ueda Clinic is a dermatology practice sitting in Suginami, right in the Ogikubo neighborhood — a residential part of western Tokyo that’s quieter than the city center but well-connected. It handles the standard dermatology range: skin conditions, rashes, acne, and likely cosmetic concerns too.
The English situation here is genuinely unclear. Their website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients, but that doesn’t automatically mean the staff can hold a full medical conversation in English. You might get a receptionist who can manage basic check-in, or you might not. Going in with a translation app — or a written list of your symptoms in Japanese — is the smart move until you can confirm otherwise by calling ahead.
It’s a local clinic, not an international hospital. That means shorter waits than major facilities and a more direct relationship with the dermatologist, but also fewer guarantees around English fluency. Good for expats in the Suginami area who need dermatology without trekking to central Tokyo.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on this clinic is limited in English-language spaces, so take this with appropriate skepticism. The general profile matches a typical neighborhood dermatology practice: shorter waits than hospital outpatient departments, a doctor who knows their regular patients, and a no-frills environment. Suginami locals seem to use it as a go-to for skin issues rather than a specialist referral. Nothing flashy, but that’s often exactly what you want for dermatology.
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.ueda-clinic.com
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東京都杉並区荻窪３－４７－１０
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Ogikubo Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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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