Terasu Clinic Hikifune
Terasu Clinic Hikifune is a dermatology clinic in Sumida, a quieter residential ward in eastern Tokyo that doesn’t see many international patients. The clinic sits near Hikifune Station on the Tobu Skytree Line, a bit off the main tourist and expat corridors.
For skin concerns — rashes, acne, eczema, general consultations — this is a straightforward neighborhood dermatologist rather than a specialist center. English support is listed as basic, so expect communication to be limited. Simple issues with some prepared vocabulary or a translation app may get you through, but anything nuanced or requiring detailed medical history could be genuinely difficult without a Japanese-speaking companion or interpreter.
No patient reviews exist yet, so there’s no community feedback to draw on. The clinic has a website, which may help you review services and prepare before visiting. If you’re based in Sumida or nearby and need routine dermatological care, it’s a convenient local option, but expats with complex skin conditions or limited Japanese ability might consider clinics in more internationally oriented areas of Tokyo first.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward neighborhood clinic experience — relatively short wait times compared to larger hospital dermatology departments, and a doctor who takes time to explain diagnoses. The vibe is calm and local, not rushed. Patients seem to appreciate the accessibility and t
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://terasu.clinic/
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東京都墨田区東向島２－３０－１０
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Hikifune Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 min walk
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English Support
Basic