AWASHIMA DENTAL OFFICE
Awashima Dental Office sits in Daizawa, a quiet residential corner of Setagaya — not exactly central, but not hard to reach either. This is a general dentistry practice covering the usual range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and routine checkups. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual consultation. The doctor appears to have made some effort toward international patients, but “some English online” and “comfortable English conversation at the chair” are two different things. Setagaya is home to a lot of long-term expat families, so clinics in this ward tend to have more experience with non-Japanese patients than you’d find in a more homogeneous neighborhood. That said, go in with realistic expectations — bring a translation app as backup, and if your dental issue is complex, consider calling ahead to gauge their English comfort level before booking.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on Awashima Dental is limited in English-language spaces, so the picture is incomplete. What comes through from Japanese reviews is a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this feels like a neighborhood clinic where the dentist takes time with patients rather than rushing through a packed schedule. Appointments seem to run close to on time. No red flags, but also no strong signal either way from the expat community specifically.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.awashima-dental.jp
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東京都世田谷区代沢３－１４－４ ＣＯＭ’Ｓ ＤＡＩＺＡＷＡ－Ｗ１
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Shimokitazawa Station (Odakyu Line) — 5 min walk
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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.
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