AO dental clinic ushigomekagurazaka
AO Dental Clinic sits on the ground floor of the GranDuo Kagurazaka II building in Shinjuku’s Ushigome-Kagurazaka area — a quieter, more residential pocket of the ward compared to the chaos closer to Shinjuku Station. The clinic covers standard dental work: checkups, cleanings, fillings, and cosmetic treatments.
Their website has some English content, which suggests awareness of international patients, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation at the front desk. The reality is probably closer to “manageable with a translation app and some patience.” If you have a specific procedure or concern to communicate, prep some written notes in Japanese or use Google Translate before you arrive.
The Kagurazaka neighborhood itself is pleasant — French bakeries, good coffee, easy to make a trip of it. The clinic is accessible from Ushigomekagurazaka Station on the Toei Oedo Line. Not the most central location, but not a slog either if you’re already on that line.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a clean, modern setup with dentists who take their time explaining procedures. Wait times appear reasonable for the area. The vibe is calm and professional rather than rushed — Kagurazaka clientele tends to expect that. A few international patients have visited, but English communication seems to work better in writing than in real-time conversation. Nothing alarming, nothing exceptional — a solid neighborhood dental clinic doing its job.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://ao-dc.com/
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東京都新宿区北山伏町１－３２ ＧｒａｎＤｕｏ神楽坂ＩＩ １Ｆ
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Kagurazaka Station (Tozai Line) — 2 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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