SENSOJI BYOUIN

Total reviews: 345
Tawaramachi Station (Ginza Line) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Sensoji Byouin sits right in the heart of Asakusa, one of Tokyo’s most tourist-heavy neighborhoods — which probably explains why they’ve developed some workable English capability for a non-central specialty clinic. This is a proper hospital-affiliated dermatology setup run under a social welfare foundation, so it has more institutional weight than your average skin clinic. They handle the full range of dermatological concerns: rashes, acne, eczema, skin infections, chronic conditions, the works.

    English-wise, expect conversational ability rather than fluency — staff can get through the basics with you, and there are some English resources available. You won’t be completely stranded, but bringing a translation app as backup is still smart. The Asakusa location means it’s genuinely easy to reach from central Tokyo. If you’re living in Taito-ku or nearby and need ongoing dermatology care without the hassle of hunting down a fully English-speaking clinic across town, this is a solid, practical option.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients generally describe Sensoji Byouin as efficient and no-frills — doctors are thorough without being chatty, which suits people who just want answers and a prescription. Wait times can stretch during busy periods, typical for a hospital-affiliated setup. The Asakusa location is convenient but the clinic has a functional, institutional feel rather than a boutique one. Expectations should be set accordingly: solid care, not hand-holding.

    English Language Proficiency

    Reception staff have conversational English, enough to handle check-in, basic symptom questions, and scheduling. Some English-language resources are available, though forms may still be primarily in Japanese — bring your residence card and insurance card ready to go. A translation app on your phone is worth having for anything nuanced. It's meaningfully more accessible than a zero-English clinic, but don't expect a fully bilingual experience.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.sensoji-h.or.jp
    • 東京都台東区浅草2-30-17
    • Tawaramachi Station (Ginza 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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    SENSOJI BYOUIN

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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