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Hounan-cho Hifuka Clinic is a dermatology practice sitting on the second floor of the Aurora 21 Building in Suginami’s Hounancho neighborhood — a quiet residential pocket of west Tokyo that most expats never stumble into unless they live nearby. The clinic covers standard dermatology: skin conditions, rashes, acne, eczema, and the usual suspects. Their website has some English-facing content, which suggests awareness that not every patient speaks Japanese — but don’t book expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception is likely Japanese-only, so come prepared with a translation app, written notes about your symptoms, or a Japanese-speaking friend if your case is complex. For straightforward skin issues where you can point and show, you’ll probably manage fine. For nuanced conversations about chronic conditions or treatment options, bring backup.