SANO Dermatology Clinic
SANO Dermatology Clinic sits on the second floor of the Sundarion Building in Higashi-Oizumi, Nerima — a quiet residential corner of northwest Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they actually live nearby. This is a neighborhood dermatology clinic serving local patients, not a foreigner-friendly hub. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t count on smooth English communication at the front desk. Bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your skin issue needs detailed explanation. They handle the standard dermatology range — acne, eczema, rashes, skin infections — the kind of stuff you need sorted without drama. It’s a local clinic doing local clinic things. If you’re in Nerima and need a dermatologist, it’s worth a call. If you’re traveling across Tokyo hoping for an English-fluent consultation, look elsewhere first.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on this clinic is limited online, especially in English. Being a small neighborhood dermatology practice in residential Nerima, it likely runs on appointment or walk-in basis with typical Japanese clinic wait times — expect 20 to 45 minutes during busy periods. Local Japanese reviewers generally describe straightforward, no-fuss consultations. Don’t expect lengthy explanations. The doctor appears efficient and practical rather than chatty. Prescriptions are issued quickly. Nothing flashy, nothing alarming.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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http://www5a.biglobe.ne.jp/~sanokuri/
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東京都練馬区東大泉５－４０－２４ サンダリオンビル２階
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Hikawaoka Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 8 min walk
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