WAKATSUKI DENTAL CLINIC
Wakatsuki Dental Clinic sits in Higashi-Yamato, a quieter residential part of western Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they actually live nearby. It’s in the Komine Building — a small, local setup, not a flashy city-center clinic. The practice covers standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, the usual.
The website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about non-Japanese patients. But “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean the staff can hold a dental conversation in English. For anything beyond pointing at an X-ray, you’d be smart to bring a Japanese-speaking friend or lean on a translation app. If you live in the Higashi-Yamato or Musashimurayama area, this is a solid neighborhood option. If you’re commuting from central Tokyo just for dental care, there are more expat-ready clinics closer to you.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-fuss local dental practice. People seem to appreciate the calm, unhurried atmosphere that smaller neighborhood clinics tend to have — you’re not being rushed through like at a high-volume city clinic. The dentist comes across as thorough and careful. Wait times appear reasonable. This isn’t a place with a lot of international patient traffic, so your experience may depend heavily on how the staff handles the language gap on any given day.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://wakatsuki-shika.jp
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東京都東大和市南街１－１－１ 小峯ビル１０２
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Higashi-Yamato Station (Tamagawa Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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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