Tetsugakudo Kikuchi Dermatology Clinic
Tetsugakudo Kikuchi Dermatology Clinic sits in Nakano, a residential ward west of Shinjuku that most expats walk past on the way somewhere else. That’s a shame, because this is a proper neighborhood dermatology clinic — the kind that handles everything from acne and eczema to skin allergies and mole checks without the chaos of a big hospital.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which suggests at least an awareness that non-Japanese patients exist. Whether that translates to smooth English communication at reception is genuinely unclear. Assume Japanese-first, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your skin issue is complicated. For straightforward visual dermatology problems, you can often get by with pointing and a phone screen.
Nakano is easy to reach — the JR Chuo and Tozai lines both stop there. The clinic itself is a short walk from the station in a quiet residential pocket near Tetsugakudo Park, which explains the name.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, no-frills clinic experience typical of good Japanese neighborhood dermatology. Wait times can stretch during peak hours — morning slots and early afternoon tend to move faster. The doctor is described as thorough and direct, which fits the Japanese clinical style: less small talk, more diagnosis. Patients generally feel their skin issues are taken seriously. It’s not a flashy setup, but the focus is on the medicine, not the decor.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://www.kikuchi-hifu.com
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東京都中野区松が丘１－７－７
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Nakano Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line) — 8 min walk
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