Sasaki Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
ときわ台駅 (Fukutoshin Line) — 2 min walk
  • English-accessible website available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Sasaki Dental Clinic sits in a residential pocket of Itabashi, tucked inside a small apartment-style building on a quiet street near Tokiwadai Station. It’s a neighborhood practice — the kind that locals return to for years rather than a flashy multi-floor clinic chasing new patients.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t book expecting fluent English-speaking staff. You’ll likely need to prepare a bit — write down symptoms beforehand, bring a translation app, or use Google Translate on your phone. The dentist appears to cover standard dental work: checkups, cleanings, fillings, and general oral care.

    If you live nearby in Itabashi and want a local dentist rather than trekking to central Tokyo, this is worth a look. Just go in with realistic expectations about communication. It won’t be a fully bilingual experience, but it’s a real clinic serving real patients — not a tourist-facing practice charging a premium for English.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic atmosphere — no assembly-line feel. The dentist is described as thorough and careful, not the type to rush through an appointment. Wait times appear reasonable for a small local practice. It’s not a high-tech showroom, but patients seem to leave feeling their teeth were actually looked after properly rather than just processed.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English, which suggests at least a basic awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that's not the same as bilingual reception. Full English service is unconfirmed. Realistically, come prepared: write down your symptoms in Japanese or use a translation app. Staff may manage simple exchanges, but complex treatment discussions will need help. Call ahead if you can, or bring someone who speaks Japanese if your case is complicated.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.sasaki-dentalclinic.net/
    • 東京都板橋区南常盤台1-13-5 ハイプレースときわ台201
    • ときわ台駅 (Fukutoshin Line) — 2 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.
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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Sasaki Dental Clinic

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    Proficiency Score
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