Tobunerimachuou Byouin
Tobunerimachuou Byouin is a general hospital in Itabashi’s Tokumaru neighborhood with a dedicated dermatology department. It’s not a flashy private skin clinic — it’s a proper hospital setup, which means more thorough intake, slightly longer waits, and access to a broader medical team if your skin issue turns out to be connected to something else. That can actually be a plus.
English capability here is conversational — staff can handle the basics and get you through an appointment without a complete communication breakdown. Don’t expect fluent clinical explanations, but you won’t be left completely in the dark either. A translation app as backup is still smart.
The location in Tokumaru is residential and not especially central, so most people come by bus or a short walk from Tobu Nerima Station. Not the most convenient spot in Tokyo, but the hospital serves the local expat community reasonably well for routine dermatology needs — rashes, acne, eczema, skin checks, that kind of thing.
Patient Feedback
Patients generally describe a methodical, unhurried experience — doctors take time to examine properly rather than rushing you out. Wait times can stretch at peak hours since it’s a full hospital, not a boutique clinic. The dermatology staff seem genuinely engaged, not dismissive. A few patients noted that written materials aren’t in English, so bring your phone for follow-up instructions. Overall vibe: competent and calm, not particularly warm or cold.
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 -
https://www.tobunerima-hospital.jp/
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東京都板橋区徳丸３－１９－１
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Tokumaru Station (Tobu Skytree Line) — 3 min walk
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