TERADA Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Ochikawa Station (Tamagawa Line) — 3 min walk
  • English website content available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • TERADA Clinic (寺田医院) is a neighborhood dermatology clinic in Hino City, on the western edge of Tokyo. This is suburban, residential territory — not the kind of place you stumble across, you go here on purpose. The clinic handles standard dermatology: skin conditions, rashes, eczema, acne, that kind of thing.

    Their website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation. The reality is probably a mix of limited English, Google Translate, and goodwill. If you have a Japanese-speaking friend who can accompany you or help you prep written notes beforehand, bring them. If not, come with your symptoms written out clearly in Japanese.

    This is a local clinic serving a local community. That’s not a knock — local clinics often mean shorter waits and doctors who take time with patients. Just go in with realistic expectations about language, and you’ll likely be fine for a straightforward dermatology visit.

    Patient Feedback

    No substantial English-language review base exists for this clinic publicly. Given its location in a quiet residential part of Hino, it likely operates as a community-focused practice — meaning shorter wait times than central Tokyo clinics and a more unhurried appointment pace. Patients visiting local suburban dermatology clinics in Japan generally report thorough skin examinations and clear treatment plans, even when communication requires some effort.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has English-language elements, which suggests some awareness of international patients, but this doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or during consultations. Realistically, prepare for Japanese-dominant communication. Write your symptoms and medical history in Japanese beforehand using a translation app. Bring your health insurance card and any relevant medication names in Japanese. A translation app like Google Translate with camera mode will help with forms. Don't rely on fluent English support — plan around it.

    Contact & Location

    • http://teradamedical-clinic.com/
    • 東京都日野市落川2011-11
    • Ochikawa Station (Tamagawa Line) — 3 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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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    TERADA Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

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