Taisei Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Odakyu Machida Station (Odakyu Odawara Line) — 8 min walk
  • Dermatology-only focus
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Taisei Clinic is a dermatology practice run under the medical corporation Zenchōkai, sitting out in Machida’s Koyama-chō neighborhood — not central Tokyo, but Machida is well-connected and has a solid expat community. The clinic covers standard dermatological concerns: skin conditions, rashes, acne, eczema, and likely cosmetic consults. The website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. That said, full English service — meaning a bilingual doctor or fluent reception — isn’t confirmed. Expect Japanese as the working language. A translation app will help. The neighborhood feel here is local and practical rather than international-clinic polished. If you’re based in or around Machida and need a dermatologist without trekking into Shinjuku or Shibuya, this is worth knowing about. Go in prepared with written notes about your symptoms and any medication names in Japanese if you can manage it.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited in English-language spaces, so read carefully here. Local Japanese review patterns for neighborhood dermatology clinics like this typically show shorter wait times than big hospital departments, doctors who are efficient rather than chatty, and a no-frills in-and-out experience. You’re unlikely to get long explanations unprompted. If you want details about your diagnosis or treatment plan, ask directly — bring questions written out in advance.

    English Language Proficiency

    No confirmed English-speaking staff on record. The clinic's website includes some English content, which is a small positive signal — they've thought about non-Japanese visitors at least once. In practice, expect Japanese at reception and with the doctor. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will carry most of the weight. Write your symptoms, medications, and allergies down beforehand. Japanese health insurance cards and standard intake forms should be manageable with basic prep.

    Contact & Location

    • http://taisei-iin.net/
    • 東京都町田市小山町2470-5
    • Odakyu Machida Station (Odakyu Odawara 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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    Proficiency Score
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