Ohyama toho Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Ohyama Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 2 min walk
  • Kanpo-dermatology combined approach
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Ohyama Toho Clinic is a dermatology clinic sitting in the延寿ビル building in Itabashi’s Oyama neighborhood — a dense, local Tokyo area that doesn’t see a lot of expat foot traffic. The clinic leans into kanpo (traditional Chinese medicine) alongside conventional dermatology, which is actually pretty unusual and worth knowing upfront. Their website has some English content, which signals at least some awareness of international patients, but don’t count on smooth English communication at the desk. This is a Japanese neighborhood clinic operating in Japanese. If you have a skin issue and you’re in the Itabashi area, it’s a legitimate option — just come prepared with a translation app, your symptoms written out, or a Japanese-speaking friend if you can manage it.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited online, especially in English. The kanpo-dermatology combination suggests a doctor with a more holistic diagnostic approach than a typical skin clinic — some patients will appreciate that, others might find it unexpected. Oyama is a local neighborhood, so the waiting room is likely other area residents. Expect a small, practical clinic atmosphere rather than a polished urban medical facility.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website shows some English content, which is a better sign than nothing — but it doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or during consultation. Realistically, this is probably a Japanese-first clinic. Bring a translation app like Google Translate or DeepL, have your symptoms typed out in Japanese if possible, and don't expect English forms. If your Japanese is zero, a bilingual friend tagging along would make this much smoother.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.ohyama-kanpo.jp
    • 東京都板橋区大山東町60-9 延寿ビル
    • Ohyama Station (Fukutoshin 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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