KOIKE DENTAL CLINIC
Koike Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of a small building in Umesato, Suginami — a quiet residential part of Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they live nearby. This is a neighborhood dental practice, not an international clinic, so don’t expect a bilingual front desk or English intake forms. That said, the clinic has conversational English capability, meaning someone on staff can get through the basics with you — chief complaint, treatment options, follow-up instructions. It’s enough to handle a filling, cleaning, or extraction without pulling out Google Translate every thirty seconds. The website is Japanese-only, so booking and prep will take a little effort if you’re not reading kanji yet. If you’re living in Suginami and want a local dentist who won’t make you feel completely lost, this works. If you need deep clinical conversations in English, manage expectations accordingly.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried dentist who explains what he’s doing before he does it. Wait times are generally reasonable for a small private clinic. The atmosphere is quiet and low-key — no TV screens, no background music, just a straightforward dental visit. Patients note the staff are patient with non-Japanese speakers, even if communication requires some back-and-forth. Nothing flashy, but consistently competent.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.koike-dent.jp/
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東京都杉並区梅里２－９－１１ 小池ビル２Ｆ
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Umegaoka Station (Keio 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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