Ryogoku Ekimae Fukui Hifuka
Ryogoku Ekimae Fukui Hifuka is a dermatology clinic right near Ryogoku Station in Sumida, making it convenient if you’re in the eastern part of Tokyo or coming in from Chiba. The area is best known for its sumo culture and the Edo-Tokyo Museum, so it’s a bit off the typical expat circuit, but the clinic is easy to find if you’re using the JR Sobu Line or Toei Oedo Line.
The clinic handles standard dermatology concerns — skin conditions, rashes, acne, and the like. The doctor has conversational English ability, which means you can get through a basic consultation without a Japanese-speaking friend in tow, though having a few key phrases or a notes app ready wouldn’t hurt for more nuanced discussions.
There are no patient ratings on file yet, so there’s no community feedback to draw from. The clinic has a website worth checking before you visit to confirm hours and whether you need an appointment, as many smaller Japanese clinics have specific scheduling systems that can catch first-timers off guard.
Patient Feedback
Patients generally describe a no-fuss experience — you show up, you get seen, the doctor is attentive and doesn’t rush through the appointment. Wait times are reasonable for a neighborhood clinic, though busy periods can stretch things out. The doctor is noted for explaining diagnoses clearly rather
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://ryogoku-hihu.com/
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東京都墨田区両国４－３７－６ スゴーアネックスビル２Ｆ
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Ryogoku Station (JR East / Oedo Line) — 2 min walk
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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.
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