yoyogiuehara dermatology clinic

Total reviews: 345
Yoyogi-Uehara Station (Chiyoda Line) — 2 min walk
  • Thorough skin examination approach
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Yoyogi-Uehara Dermatology Clinic sits on the second floor of Frenity House in Uehara, a quiet residential pocket of Shibuya that feels nothing like the chaos of Shibuya Station. The clinic handles the full dermatology spectrum — acne, eczema, rashes, skin allergies, and general skin concerns. It’s a neighborhood clinic with a local patient base, not an international medical center, so walk in expecting a Japanese clinical experience.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t guarantee English-fluent staff at reception or during consultations. Realistically, you may need Google Translate or a Japanese-speaking friend to get through paperwork and explanations. If your skin issue is visible and diagnosable without much back-and-forth, you’ll probably be fine. If your condition requires detailed history or nuanced discussion, prepare accordingly. Yoyogi-Uehara Station is a short walk away, served by both the Odakyu and Tokyo Metro Chiyoda lines.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a competent, no-frills clinic. Doctors are described as thorough and direct — they examine carefully and prescribe specifically rather than giving vague advice. Wait times can stretch, especially without an appointment, so booking ahead helps. The atmosphere is calm and neighborhood-clinic quiet. Patients with straightforward skin issues generally leave satisfied. Those needing detailed verbal explanation of their condition sometimes find the language gap frustrating.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, but that's where confirmed English support ends. Reception staff likely speak limited English. Consultation forms are almost certainly Japanese-only. For simple, visible skin issues — a rash, acne, a suspicious mole — you can probably point and gesture your way through. For anything requiring detailed medical history or nuanced symptom description, bring a Japanese speaker or load up a medical translation app before you walk in. Don't assume English fluency; plan around it.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.uehara-hifu.jp
    • 東京都渋谷区上原1-17-7 FRENITY HOUSE 2F
    • Yoyogi-Uehara Station (Chiyoda Line) — 2 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

    A few things to keep in mind:

    • Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
    • Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    yoyogiuehara dermatology clinic

    Need a phone script in Japanese? Click here.

    Other scripts: Cancel/Reschedule · Describe Symptoms · Pharmacy · Emergency · Dental

    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

    KantanHealth is free and supported by Jozu — The document translation app for expats in Japan.