Maruyama Shika Clinic
Maruyama Shika Clinic sits on the ground floor of the Grace Gohongi building in Meguro’s quieter residential pocket — not the buzzy station area, but Gohongi, which is walkable from Yutenji Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line. It’s a standard neighborhood dental practice covering the usual bases: checkups, cleanings, fillings, and general restorative work.
The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign — it means they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients at least once. But “some English on the website” doesn’t automatically mean you’ll have a smooth conversation at the reception desk. Go in with realistic expectations. A translation app on your phone is smart prep here.
For routine dental visits where you can point at a tooth and mime pain, language gaps are manageable. For anything involving detailed treatment planning or medical history discussions, prepare written notes in Japanese or bring a bilingual friend. Nothing unusual about that for a neighborhood clinic in this part of Tokyo — it’s just the reality.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, no-frills neighborhood dental experience. The clinic feels local and unhurried — not a high-volume chain operation. Appointments tend to run on schedule. The dentist is described as methodical and thorough, taking time to explain what they’re doing (in Japanese). It’s the kind of place regulars return to for years. Don’t expect a polished international clinic setup — this is a community dentist doing solid, reliable work.
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://maruyamadentalc.com/
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東京都目黒区五本木２－５４－１４ グレース五本木１Ｆ
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Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 8 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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