Shirotsume Dental Clinic
Shirotsume Dental Clinic sits in the Heiwadai neighborhood of Nerima — a quieter, residential corner of northwest Tokyo that most expats don’t stumble into unless they actually live nearby. The clinic is on the ground floor of the Avila Heiwadai building, which makes it easy to find without hunting for a hospital entrance.
They do standard general dentistry: cleanings, fillings, crowns, the usual. Nothing flashy, no cosmetic specialty marketing. The website has some English-language content, which suggests awareness that non-Japanese patients exist — but that doesn’t automatically mean reception will handle a full conversation in English. Realistically, expect Japanese to be the working language. A translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend will make your visit smoother. If you live in Nerima and need a local dentist rather than trekking to a big English-friendly clinic downtown, this is worth knowing about.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, neighborhood-clinic atmosphere — no chaotic waiting rooms, no assembly-line feel. The dentist is described as thorough and unhurried, which matters when you’re already anxious about navigating a Japanese dental appointment. Wait times appear reasonable for a local practice. Nothing dramatically standout, but consistently solid. The kind of place locals return to rather than just visit once.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://shirotsume-dc.com/
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東京都練馬区平和台４－２１－１１ アビラ平和台１Ｆ
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Heiwadai Station (Fukutoshin 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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