Furenzu Dentaru Kurinikku
Friends Dental Clinic sits on the ground floor of a small building in Shimo-Takaido, a quiet residential stretch of Suginami that most expats don’t end up in unless they live nearby. That’s worth knowing upfront — this isn’t a central Tokyo clinic with a multilingual front desk. Their website has some English content, which suggests some awareness of foreign patients, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and conduct the whole appointment in English.
For dental work itself, they cover the standard range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and general checkups. The Shimo-Takaido area is well-connected via the Keio Line, so access from other parts of western Tokyo is manageable. If you’re living in Suginami or nearby Setagaya, this could be your most convenient local option. Just go in with a translation app ready and your dental history written out in Japanese if you have it. Patients who’ve navigated Japanese dentistry before will feel comfortable here. First-timers might want backup.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — not a high-volume clinic pushing you through. Dentists tend to explain what they’re doing, which helps even when the explanation is in Japanese. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood practice. No reports of major communication breakdowns, but no confirmed English-fluent staff either. People seem to leave with their dental problems actually fixed, which is the main thing.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.friendsdental.com
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東京都杉並区下高井戸１－２６－１８ エントピア桜上水１Ｆ
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Sakurajosui Station (Keio Inokashira Line) — 2 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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