TANEICHI Dental Clinic
Taneichi Dental Clinic sits on the ground floor of Shimokita WEST, right in the heart of Shimokitazawa — one of Tokyo’s most foreigner-friendly neighborhoods. It’s a general dentistry practice covering the usual bases: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and preventive care.
Their website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual experience. The reality is probably somewhere in the middle — staff may handle basic English for scheduling and simple explanations, but complex treatment discussions could get tricky. A translation app is smart backup.
Shimokitazawa is well-connected (Odakyu and Keio Inokashira lines), and the clinic’s ground-floor location in a commercial building makes it easy to find. For expats living in Setagaya — a large ward with a solid foreign resident population — having a dentist this accessible is genuinely useful.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-fuss dental practice. The Shimokitazawa location makes it convenient for Setagaya residents. Appointments tend to run on schedule — a real plus in a busy urban clinic. Dentists are described as thorough during exams without being alarmist. The atmosphere is calm rather than clinical and cold. Not a large flashy facility, but patients seem to leave feeling like their teeth were actually looked at properly.
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://taneichi-shika.com
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東京都世田谷区北沢２－２２－１５ シモキタＷＥＳＴ１Ｆ
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Shimokitazawa Station (Odakyu 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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