Yamaguchi Shika Kyousei Shika
Yamaguchi Shika Kyousei Shika is a general and orthodontic dental clinic sitting on the ground floor of a small building in Kamiogi, Suginami. It’s a neighborhood practice — not a big city clinic with a multilingual front desk, but not intimidating either. The website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients at least a little. Whether that translates to smooth English conversation at the chair or reception is less certain. If your Japanese is minimal, a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend along for the first visit would be smart. They cover standard dentistry plus orthodontics, so if you need braces or alignment work alongside routine care, this is a one-stop option. Kamiogi is a quiet residential stretch near Ogikubo Station, easy to reach on the Chuo Line. Good for expats living in western Tokyo who want a local dentist without trekking into central Tokyo.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried practice. People tend to mention that the dentist takes time to explain what’s happening before diving in — not the kind of place that rushes you through. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The orthodontic side gets decent marks for clear treatment planning. Vibe is quiet and professional rather than slick or corporate. Not a lot of English-language reviews exist, so the picture is incomplete.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.yamaguchi-dent.net
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東京都杉並区上荻1-15-5 矢嶋ビル1F
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Kamiogi Station (Marunouchi Line) — 2 min walk
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