Hasegawa Shika Shinryousho
Hasegawa Shika Shinryousho is a dental clinic tucked into the basement of Hasegawa Building in Hongo, Bunkyo — the kind of neighborhood where old Tokyo academia meets quiet residential streets. It’s a small, independent practice rather than a chain clinic, which tends to mean more consistent care from the same dentist rather than whoever’s available that day.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in to fluent English-speaking staff. Realistically, you’re looking at a clinic that’s made some effort to be accessible to non-Japanese patients, but complex conversations about treatment plans may still require a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend. For routine work — cleanings, fillings, basic checkups — the language barrier is usually manageable. For anything more involved, go prepared.
Hongo is well-connected, close to Hongo-sanchome Station on the Marunouchi and Oedo lines. If you live or work in Bunkyo, this is a convenient neighborhood option worth knowing about.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — typical of smaller independent dental practices in Tokyo. The single-dentist setup means you’re likely seeing the same person each visit, which patients generally appreciate. Wait times appear reasonable. The Hongo location keeps the clientele mostly local, so it’s not a clinic accustomed to high volumes of foreign patients. Expect thorough, methodical treatment rather than a rushed in-and-out experience.
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://hasegawa-dent.net/
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東京都文京区本郷５－３－２ 長谷川ビルＢ１
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Hongo-Sanchome Station (Marunouchi Line) — 2 min walk
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