KANZAWA DENTAL CLINIC
Kanzawa Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the Yamaguchi Building in Eifu, Suginami — a quiet residential pocket of western Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they live nearby. That’s actually the point: this is a neighborhood dentist, not a foreigner-focused clinic in Shinjuku or Minato.
The website (haisha-san.com — literally “tooth doctor”) has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully English conversation. You might, you might not. Standard dental services are on offer: cleanings, fillings, basic restorative work. Nothing exotic.
If you’re in Suginami and need a dentist without traveling across the city, this is worth a shot. Bring a translation app as backup. Japanese dental care is generally solid — the equipment is modern, the protocols are thorough — and smaller neighborhood clinics often have more time for you than the big foreigner-marketed practices downtown.
Best for: Suginami residents who want a local option and don’t need full English hand-holding.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — typical of smaller neighborhood practices where the dentist isn’t rushing through a packed schedule. Appointments tend to run on time. The doctor is described as thorough and methodical, which is pretty standard for Japanese dentistry. No reports of dismissive treatment toward foreign patients, but communication can be slow if your Japanese is zero.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.haisha-san.com
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東京都杉並区永福３－３５－９ 山口ビル２Ｆ
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Eifukucho Station (Inokashira Line) — 3 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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