Shinanozaka Clinic
Shinanozaka Clinic sits on the third floor of the Yotsuya Medical Building in Shinjuku, a quiet pocket of the ward that’s more residential than chaotic. It’s a dermatology-only clinic, so no generalist confusion — you’re seeing someone who does skin, and only skin, all day. They’ve made a genuine effort to reach English speakers: their website has solid English content, and they explicitly list English support as available. That’s not just a flag on a directory — they’ve actually built around it. For expats dealing with anything from persistent acne to eczema flare-ups to mystery rashes that no amount of Googling has solved, this is the kind of place where you won’t have to mime your symptoms. Yotsuya Station is close, making it accessible from most parts of central Tokyo without a painful transfer chain.
Patient Feedback
Patients tend to note that appointments feel unhurried — the doctor actually looks at what you’re pointing at rather than glancing and moving on. Wait times are reported as reasonable for a Tokyo specialty clinic, especially with an advance booking. The clinic is small and calm rather than a high-volume conveyor belt. A few patients flagged that the building itself is easy to walk past, so check the floor directory when you arrive.
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 -
https://www.shinanokai.com/shinanozaka/
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東京都新宿区左門町２０ 四谷メディカルビル３Ｆ
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Yotsuya Station (Marunouchi Line) — 2 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- 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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