Shinjuku East Exit East Station Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Shinjuku Station (JR East/Metro) — 2 min walk
  • Steps from Shinjuku east exit
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Shinjuku East Exit East Station Clinic is a dermatology clinic sitting on the 8th floor of the Hulic Shinjuku building, basically steps from Shinjuku Station’s east exit. That location alone makes it one of the more convenient spots in Tokyo for expats who work or live in central Shinjuku.

    The clinic is part of the East Medical Corporation, which runs several locations around Tokyo. Dermatology is the core focus — think skin conditions, acne, rashes, cosmetic concerns.

    English capability is the honest grey zone here. The clinic has some English-facing content online, which suggests they’re aware of foreign patients, but confirmed fluent English service isn’t guaranteed. You may get lucky with staff who can manage basic communication, but bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your issue is complicated. Showing up with your symptoms written out in Japanese is never a bad move at clinics like this.

    Overall: convenient location, focused specialty, real uncertainty on English support.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language sources, so read this accordingly. The east exit location gets consistent praise for sheer convenience — you’re in and out of a major transit hub. Clinics in this East group tend to run efficiently, with reasonable wait times for walk-ins. Dermatology visits here seem fairly transactional: present the problem, get a diagnosis, get a prescription. Don’t expect lengthy consultations.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, which is a decent sign — they know foreign patients exist. But that doesn't automatically mean reception staff speak English fluently. Realistically, basic English may get you through check-in, but detailed symptom discussion could hit a wall fast. Forms are likely Japanese-only. Bring Google Translate or a translation app you're comfortable using. If your condition is straightforward, you'll probably manage. If it's complex, bring someone who speaks Japanese.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.eastcl.com/shinjuku-east/
    • 東京都新宿区新宿3-25-1 ヒューリック新宿8F
    • Shinjuku Station (JR East/Metro) — 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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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Shinjuku East Exit East Station Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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