Yajima Shikaiin
Yajima Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic in Higashi-Murayama, a quieter residential area in western Tokyo — not the kind of place expats stumble into accidentally, but worth knowing about if you live nearby. The clinic covers standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely some cosmetic and restorative options. Their website has some English-language content, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients, but that doesn’t guarantee fluent English at the front desk or chair-side. This is probably a Japanese-primary clinic that can accommodate basic communication needs rather than one built around English-speaking patients. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app and write down your symptoms beforehand. That said, for expats living in the Higashi-Murayama or Kokubunji area, options are limited, and a local clinic that at least acknowledges English speakers is worth a look.
Patient Feedback
No substantial English-language reviews are available for this clinic. Based on its neighborhood setting and local patient base, you’d expect a fairly typical Japanese dental experience — methodical, clean, and unhurried. Japanese dental clinics generally run on appointment schedules and don’t leave you waiting long. Patients likely see the same dentist consistently, which matters for ongoing treatment. If reviews surface, they’ll probably reflect a small, reliable local practice rather than anything flashy.
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://www.yajima-dental.biz/
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東京都東村山市久米川町２－３１－７７
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Kume-kawa Station (Seibu-Shinjuku Line) — 5 min walk
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