Yano Shika Iin
Yano Shika Iin is a small dental clinic tucked inside a residential building in Fuda, Chofu — not central Tokyo, but a real neighborhood where locals actually live. It’s a general dentistry practice covering the usual range: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and routine checkups. The clinic runs a website at 8020.tokyo (the “8020” refers to the Japanese dental health goal of keeping 20 teeth into your 80s), which suggests the dentist cares about patient education, not just drilling and billing.
English capability is genuinely unclear. The site has some English-facing content, but whether the staff can hold a conversation in English during your appointment is unknown. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything beyond a basic cleaning. Chofu is accessible via the Keio Line, with Fuda Station a short walk away. Not the most convenient for expats living in central Tokyo, but if you’re based in western Tokyo, this is worth a look.
Patient Feedback
No substantial public English-language review base exists for this clinic yet. It operates as a small neighborhood practice, which typically means shorter wait times than larger urban clinics and a more personal feel — the dentist likely knows returning patients by name. Don’t expect a slick multi-chair operation. Expect a quiet, functional local practice where appointments probably run on schedule and the focus is straightforward dental care, not upselling.
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.8020.tokyo
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東京都調布市布田２－２１－３ 司ハイツ２０１
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Chofu Station (Keio Line) — 5 min walk
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