MIZUNO DENTAL CLINIC
Mizuno Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the Kamohara Building in Shimotakaido, Suginami — a quiet residential stretch of west Tokyo that’s not exactly overrun with international clinics. This is a neighborhood dentist, full stop. They handle the standard range: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and general dental maintenance.
The website has some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of foreign patients, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual front desk. Whether staff can handle a real back-and-forth in English is genuinely unclear. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything beyond pointing at a tooth and wincing.
That said, for expats living in Suginami or nearby Setagaya, this is a genuinely convenient local option. It beats commuting to central Tokyo for a routine cleaning. Just go in with realistic expectations about communication — and maybe write down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a no-fuss neighborhood practice. Wait times are generally reasonable for a local clinic. The dentist is reported to be thorough without being overly aggressive about upselling treatments — a genuine plus in Japan’s dental landscape. The atmosphere is calm, not clinical-cold. It’s the kind of place where you see the same patients returning, which says something about basic trust. Don’t expect cutting-edge equipment or a glossy reception area.
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.mizuno-shika.jp/
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東京都杉並区下高井戸１－２－１４ カモハラビル２Ｆ
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Shimotaido Station (Keio Inokashira Line) — 2 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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