Harada Hifuka Clinic
Harada Hifuka Clinic is a dermatology practice on the second floor of the Shin-Koenji Sanwa Building in Suginami — a residential part of west Tokyo that doesn’t see many foreign patients. The clinic covers standard dermatology: acne, eczema, rashes, skin allergies, and general skin concerns. Their website has some English content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about non-Japanese patients, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception and consultation are likely in Japanese. If your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend. That said, dermatology is one of the more manageable specialties to navigate with a language barrier — you can point at things, show photos, and get a lot done without perfect communication. Shin-Koenji Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line is close by, making this accessible from central Tokyo. Good option if you’re based in Suginami or the surrounding area and need a local skin clinic without trekking into Shinjuku or Shibuya.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited online in English, so take this with appropriate skepticism. General patterns for similar neighborhood dermatology clinics in Tokyo: expect a wait, especially on weekday mornings when retired and working patients both pile in. Consultations tend to be efficient — Japanese dermatologists often diagnose quickly and prescribe without lengthy back-and-forth. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding or explanation unless you ask directly.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://harada-hifu.themedia.jp
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東京都杉並区梅里２－１－１５ 新高円寺三和ビル２Ｆ
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Shin-Takaido Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
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