SUMIYOSHI HIHUKA

Total reviews: 345
Kuramae Station (Asakusa Line) — 8 min walk
  • English content on clinic website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Sumiyoshi Hihuka is a neighborhood dermatology clinic in Sumida Ward, tucked into a residential stretch of Yokogawa. It handles the standard skin stuff — acne, eczema, rashes, moles — that expats often put off because finding a Japanese dermatologist feels like a project. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and chat freely in English. You’ll likely need a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything complicated. That said, Sumida isn’t a tourist zone — this is a local clinic serving local people, so expectations should be set accordingly. If you live or work in the eastern part of Tokyo and need a dermatologist without trekking to Shibuya or Roppongi, this is a reasonable option worth trying.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a no-frills, efficient clinic. Wait times can run long during peak hours — mornings especially — so arriving early or checking for online reservations is smart. The doctor appears thorough for routine cases. It’s a busy local practice, not a boutique expat clinic, so the pace reflects that. Don’t expect extended consultations. You’ll get assessed, get a prescription if needed, and be on your way.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English-language content, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients, but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or during consultations. Realistically, prepare for Japanese-only interaction. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will help significantly. Writing down your symptoms beforehand in Japanese — even via a translation app — makes things go smoother. Forms are almost certainly Japanese-only. If your Japanese is zero, bring backup.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.sumiyoshi-clinic.com
    • 東京都墨田区横川3-4-1
    • Kuramae Station (Asakusa Line) — 8 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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    SUMIYOSHI HIHUKA

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    Proficiency Score
    2/5

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