Tenjin-doori-Shika

Total reviews: 345
Chofu Station (Keio Line) — 2 min walk
  • English website content exists
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Tenjin-doori-Shika is a general dental clinic sitting in Fuda, Chofu — a quiet residential pocket of western Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they actually live nearby. The clinic covers the standard dental bases: checkups, cleaning, fillings, and likely some cosmetic and restorative work based on their site. Their website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about international patients, but whether that translates into a smooth chair-side experience in English is genuinely unclear. If you live in Chofu or somewhere along the Keio line, this is worth a call or email to test the waters before booking. If you’re coming from central Tokyo specifically for English support, manage your expectations — this doesn’t appear to be a dedicated international clinic. It’s a neighborhood dentist that happens to have some English presence online.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback on this clinic is limited in English-language forums, which tracks — Chofu isn’t an expat hub. What surfaces suggests a standard neighborhood dental experience: thorough cleanings, attentive checkups, and a calm, unhurried atmosphere typical of smaller Japanese dental practices. Japanese patients appear to appreciate the careful explanations from staff. Wait times seem reasonable for a local clinic. Don’t expect a fast-paced urban dental chain feel — this is more measured and methodical, which some people actually prefer.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English content, so someone there has put in effort — but that doesn't guarantee a fluent English speaker at reception or in the chair. This is Chofu, not Roppongi. Realistically, come prepared with a translation app, your dental history written in simple terms, and patience. Email ahead in English to gauge the response — that'll tell you more than any directory listing. Forms are almost certainly Japanese-only.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.tenjindori-dc.com/
    • 東京都調布市布田1-3-1
    • Chofu Station (Keio 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

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    Tenjin-doori-Shika

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

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