YAMAZAKI Dental Clinic
YAMAZAKI Dental Clinic sits in the quiet residential stretch of Nishi-Ogikubo, Suginami — not a flashy area, but the kind of neighborhood where locals stay loyal to the same dentist for years. This is a small, traditional Japanese dental clinic. The website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve made an effort to reach international patients, but don’t expect a fully bilingual front desk.
For expats in Suginami or the Chuo/Sobu line corridor, it’s a genuinely accessible option for routine dental work — cleanings, fillings, basic care. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app and write down your symptoms beforehand. The English website presence is a good sign that they’re not completely unfamiliar with foreign patients, but it’s not the same as confirmed English-speaking staff.
Best suited for expats who can manage simple exchanges in Japanese or don’t mind using a phone screen to bridge the gap.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a steady, no-frills practice with a thorough approach to examinations. Locals describe the dentist as careful and unhurried — the kind of place that explains what they’re doing before they do it. Wait times appear reasonable for a small clinic. The atmosphere is calm and low-key, typical of a neighborhood practice. Not a polished multi-chair operation, but patients seem to return, which usually means something.
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.yamazaki-shika.net/
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東京都杉並区西荻北４－１５－１８
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Nishi-Ogikubo Station (JR Chuo 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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