ISHIDA Dental Clinic
ISHIDA Dental Clinic sits on the third floor of a small office building in Kamiogi, Suginami — a quiet residential pocket of western Tokyo, a short walk from Ogikubo Station. It’s a general dental practice covering the usual bases: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and routine care.
The website has some English-language content, which is a decent signal that they’re at least aware foreign patients exist. But “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean the front desk will switch languages smoothly when you walk in. Expect basic communication to be possible, but don’t show up assuming a fully bilingual experience. A translation app on your phone is smart preparation.
For expats living in Suginami or commuting through Ogikubo, this is a convenient neighborhood option for standard dental work. Not a specialist clinic, not an international medical center — just a local dentist that appears to have some capacity to handle non-Japanese patients without completely freezing up.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, no-frills clinic atmosphere — more neighborhood dentist than polished private clinic. Wait times appear reasonable for a local practice. The dentist is described as thorough and unhurried, which matters when you’re already anxious about explaining a toothache in a second language. Nothing flashy, but consistent. The kind of place locals return to, which says something.
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 -
https://www.ishida-shika.com
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東京都杉並区上荻１－１６－６ 第二丸三ビル３Ｆ
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Ogikubo Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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