Tokyo Toritsu Ebara Hospital

Total reviews: 345
Tamagawa Station (Tokyu Oimachi Line) — 8 min walk
  • Tokyo Metro Hospital network support
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Tokyo Toritsu Ebara Hospital is a large public hospital in Ota Ward, run by the Tokyo Metropolitan Hospital Organization — so you’re dealing with a proper institution, not a small private clinic. The dermatology department handles everything from common skin conditions to more complex cases that smaller clinics would refer out anyway.

    For English speakers, this is one of the more accessible public hospitals in the city. The hospital has an organized English web presence and the metropolitan hospital network generally has systems in place for foreign patients. That said, it’s a big hospital — expect some navigation overhead, longer waits than a private clinic, and the usual public hospital rhythm. Coming prepared with your medical history in writing helps everywhere, but especially here.

    Location is residential Ota Ward, in the Higashi-Yukigaya area. Not the most central, but it’s a real neighborhood hospital with the staffing depth to back it up. If you’re in Ota, Shinagawa, or south Setagaya, this is a solid dermatology option worth knowing about.

    Patient Feedback

    Public hospital waits are real here — budget 1-2 hours if you’re coming without a referral. That said, the dermatology staff tends to be thorough, and patients report feeling like their concerns are actually addressed rather than rushed through. The institutional setting means more documentation, more steps, but also more resources. For serious or persistent skin issues, the depth of care generally justifies the wait.

    English Language Proficiency

    The Tokyo Metropolitan Hospital network has more English infrastructure than most public hospitals in Japan. The website has English sections and the hospital has systems for foreign patients. Reception English varies by staff member — don't expect fluent conversation, but the process is navigable. Bring your insurance card, any previous diagnosis in writing, and a translation app as backup. Booking ahead and explaining you need English support when you call or arrive helps considerably.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.tmhp.jp/ebara/
    • 東京都大田区東雪谷4-5-10
    • Tamagawa Station (Tokyu Oimachi Line) — 8 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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    Proficiency Score
    4/5

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