Matsubara Shika Clinic
Matsubara Shika Clinic sits in Hino City, out in western Tokyo’s Tama area — not the most central location, but the Chuo Line makes it reachable. They’re a general dental clinic covering the usual bases: checkups, cleanings, fillings, and likely implant or cosmetic work based on their site. The website does have some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual front desk. Realistically, you’ll want to come prepared with a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your dental vocabulary isn’t solid. That said, the English online presence suggests at least some awareness of international patients. Hino isn’t expat-dense, so this clinic probably isn’t optimized for English speakers the way clinics in Shinjuku or Minato might be. If you live in the Tama area though, this is worth a shot rather than commuting into central Tokyo for a cleaning.
Patient Feedback
No substantial English-language review pool to pull from, which is pretty common for clinics outside central Tokyo. Japanese-language feedback tends to mention a clean, no-fuss environment and a thorough approach to examinations. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The Hino location means it draws a local, regular patient base — which usually translates to a more relaxed pace than busy city-center practices. Don’t expect a high-volume, rush-you-through experience.
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.matsubaradc.com/
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東京都日野市多摩平2-13-15 サンコースト1F
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Tama平 Station (Keio) — 2 min walk
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