TERASAKA Dental Clinic
TERASAKA Dental Clinic sits in Nishi-Hara, a quiet residential pocket of Shibuya — close enough to Yoyogi-Uehara Station to be genuinely convenient, far enough from the tourist chaos to feel like a normal neighborhood dentist. That’s basically what this is: a local dental practice serving the community around it, not a clinic built around international patients.
Their website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual front desk. The reality is probably somewhere in the middle — maybe one staff member who can manage basics, a lot of pointing at things, and Google Translate filling the gaps. Standard stuff for a local clinic in Tokyo.
For routine dental work — checkups, cleanings, fillings — that level of communication usually gets the job done. If you need something complicated explained, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or prep your translation app. The location in a low-key residential area suggests a smaller, personal practice rather than a high-volume urban clinic.
Patient Feedback
Public review data for this specific clinic is limited, so take this with appropriate skepticism. Local dental clinics in this part of Shibuya tend to run on appointment-based schedules with relatively short wait times compared to larger urban practices. Smaller neighborhood dentists in Japan typically mean more face time with the actual dentist rather than being shuffled between staff. Expect a clean, methodical approach — Japanese dental practices generally don’t rush checkups.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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https://plus.dentamap.jp/hpplus/user/terasakadc542/
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東京都渋谷区西原３－３２－６ グランメール上原
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Kamiyama Station (Keio Inokashira Line) — 3 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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