Tachikawa East Ekimae Clinic
Tachikawa East Ekimae Clinic sits on the 5th floor of the IZAI Building, a short walk from Tachikawa Station in western Tokyo. It’s a dermatology-focused clinic under the East Medical Corporation, which runs several clinics in the area — so there’s some institutional backing behind it.
The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual experience. Reception and consultation are likely conducted in Japanese. If your skin concern is straightforward — acne, rash, eczema — you can probably get by with a translation app and some prep work. For anything more nuanced, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or use a medical interpreter service beforehand.
It’s a solid neighborhood dermatology option for expats living or working in the Tachikawa area who don’t want to trek into central Tokyo for a basic skin issue. Just go in with realistic expectations on the language front.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a reasonably efficient clinic — waits aren’t typically brutal by Tokyo standards. Doctors are described as thorough enough for common skin issues like acne, dermatitis, and allergic reactions. The vibe is clinical and professional rather than warm and chatty. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding or lengthy explanations. You get assessed, you get a prescription, you move on. Fine for routine dermatology. Less ideal if you need detailed back-and-forth about a complex or ongoing condition.
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.eastcl.com/tachikawa/
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東京都立川市柴崎町３－４－２ ＩＺＡＩビル５Ｆ
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Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo Line) — 2 min walk
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