KOSUGI Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo/Oume/Itsukaichi Line) — 5 min walk
  • English website content available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • KOSUGI Dental Clinic sits on the 4th floor of the Kosugi Building in Tachikawa, one of western Tokyo’s main hubs. It’s a small, independently run dental practice — the kind where you’re likely seeing the same dentist each visit rather than rotating through a roster of strangers.

    Their website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t bank on fully fluent English service at reception or chairside. You’re probably fine with basic communication, but bring a translation app for anything complicated — explaining a cracked molar or asking about implant costs is a different conversation than booking an appointment.

    Standard dental services are the focus here: cleanings, fillings, routine care. If you’re a nervous patient or have complex needs, call ahead (or email) to gauge the communication situation before committing. Tachikawa is well-connected by JR Chuo Line, so getting here from central Tokyo is straightforward enough.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this feels like a neighborhood dentist rather than a high-volume clinic. Appointments tend to run on time. The dentist is reported to be thorough and methodical, not rushing through cleanings or exams. It’s a small practice, so the experience is personal. Not much feedback from English-speaking patients specifically, which makes it harder to gauge the language situation from real-world experience.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic's website includes some English, which sets it apart from completely Japanese-only practices — but that's about as far as the confirmation goes. It's genuinely unclear whether reception staff can hold a real conversation in English or whether you'd be piecing things together with Google Translate. For booking and basic questions, a short email in English first is a smart move. If they respond in English, you have your answer. Bring a translation app regardless.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.kosugi-d.jp
    • 東京都立川市曙町2-34-6 小杉ビル4F
    • Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo/Oume/Itsukaichi Line) — 5 min walk
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

    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.
    KOSUGI Dental Clinic

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