SOSENKAI CLINIC SHINJUKU
Sosenkai Clinic Shinjuku is a dermatology clinic tucked into the first floor of the Serabi Shinjuku building in Kita-Shinjuku — a quieter residential pocket, not the chaos of the main station area. They handle the standard dermatology range: acne, eczema, rashes, skin allergies, and likely cosmetic consultations given the Shinjuku demographic.
Their website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. But “aware” and “equipped” aren’t the same thing. Full English consultation is not confirmed, and the front desk situation is unclear. If you’re going, bring a translation app and have your symptoms written out in Japanese beforehand. Don’t walk in expecting a fully English-language experience.
The clinic is run under a medical corporation (医療法人社団), so there’s institutional structure here — not a one-person operation. Appointments are likely available via their website. For expats with straightforward skin concerns and some patience for the language gap, this is a practical local option in Shinjuku.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited in English-language sources. Based on what’s available, it reads as a standard Japanese dermatology setup — relatively efficient, prescription-focused, and not particularly long on explanation time. Expect a short appointment if your issue is clear-cut. Japanese dermatology clinics generally move fast; this one likely follows that pattern. No red flags, but no standout praise either.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://sosenkai-shinjuku.jp
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東京都新宿区北新宿４－１１－１３ せらび新宿１Ｆ
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Shinjuku Station (JR/Metro/Toei) — 8 min walk
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