Ken's dental office
Ken’s Dental Office — officially 歯いしゃのケンさん — sits in Tamagawa, Setagaya, a residential part of southwest Tokyo that’s popular with expat families. It’s a general dentistry practice covering the usual range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and routine checkups.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a good sign — they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. But “English content online” and “full English consultation” aren’t the same thing. You’ll likely be fine for simple procedures with some prep and patience, but don’t expect fluent back-and-forth in English. A translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend is smart backup for anything complex.
The Tamagawa area is convenient if you’re already in Setagaya or along the Tokyu Den-en-toshi or Oimachi lines. It’s not a central clinic for people living in Shibuya or Shinjuku, but if you’re local to the area, it’s worth checking out.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills dental experience. The clinic appears to run on time — typical of smaller neighborhood practices in Tokyo. Dr. Ken (ケンさん) has a reputation for being thorough without being alarmist, which expats often appreciate after dealing with over-treatment concerns elsewhere. The setting is small and local, not a slick multi-chair operation. Good for routine care; less clear how it handles complex cases.
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.kens-do.com
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東京都世田谷区玉川３－３８－１０－１Ｆ
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Futako Tamagawa Station (Tokyu Toyoko Line) — 3 min walk
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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