Takanawa Kurinikku
Takanawa Clinic is a dermatology practice tucked into a residential building in Takanawa, Minato-ku — one of Tokyo’s quieter, more upscale neighborhoods. It’s a small, focused clinic, not a hospital dermatology department, which means you’re not competing with hundreds of patients for attention.
They’ve clearly put effort into being accessible to English speakers. The clinic has an English website that actually contains useful information, which already puts them ahead of most Japanese dermatology practices. Expect the kind of appointment where a doctor looks at your skin properly rather than a 90-second consultation.
Good for expats dealing with the usual Japan skin adjustment issues — eczema flare-ups, mystery rashes, acne, or anything that needs a proper look. The Takanawa area is easy to reach from central Tokyo. Not the most central location, but Shinagawa is close enough that access isn’t a real problem.
Patient Feedback
Patients generally report a calmer, less rushed experience than you’d get at a big hospital dermatology department. The clinic is small, so wait times tend to be more predictable. Doctors take time to explain diagnoses and treatment options. The kind of place where you leave actually understanding what’s going on with your skin, rather than walking out with a prescription and zero context.
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 -
http://www.takanawa-clinic.com/
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東京都港区高輪４－２３－６ ハイホーム高輪２０１
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Takanawa Gateway Station (Yamanote Line) — 3 min walk
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
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