Takane Family Clinic

Takane Family Clinic is a dermatology practice tucked into the first floor of a building in Maruyama, Nakano — a residential neighborhood west of Shinjuku. It handles the full range of skin concerns: acne, eczema, rashes, moles, and general skin checkups. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual consultation. English capability at the front desk is unconfirmed, so bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your skin issue is complicated to describe. For straightforward stuff — showing a rash, pointing at a spot — you’ll probably manage fine. It’s a neighborhood clinic, not a foreigner-focused international facility, so expect a local atmosphere and local-pace service. Nakano is easy to reach on the Chuo or Tozai lines.