ARIMA Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Shibuya Station (Ginza Line) — 8 min walk
  • Quiet residential neighborhood location
  • Near central Tokyo
  • ARIMA Dental Clinic sits in a residential mansion building in Aobadai, one of Meguro’s quieter, tree-lined pockets. It’s a general dental practice covering the usual bases — checkups, cleaning, fillings, and likely some cosmetic work. The clinic has a website with some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English-speaking dentist waiting for you. Reality is probably somewhere in the middle: enough written English to get oriented, some basic communication possible, but complex conversations about treatment plans may need a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend. It’s a neighborhood clinic, not an expat-specialist practice. If you live in Meguro or nearby Daikanyama, it’s a reasonable local option worth a phone call or email to test their English responsiveness before booking.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried neighborhood clinic feel. The dentist is described as thorough and not the type to rush you out. Wait times seem reasonable for a smaller practice. It’s not a high-volume chain, so you get more personal attention. The setting is low-key — a ground-floor unit in a residential building, which keeps the atmosphere relaxed rather than clinical and intimidating.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests at least a basic awareness of international patients. But confirmed English-speaking staff? That's unclear. Reception may manage simple phrases and written communication could work better than phone calls. Email in English first and see how they respond — that'll tell you more than anything. Bring a translation app as backup. This is not a clinic marketed to expats, so don't expect an English-first experience.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.arima-dental.com/
    • 東京都目黒区青葉台2-21-13-トーア青葉台マンション101
    • Shibuya Station (Ginza Line) — 8 min walk
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

    A few things to keep in mind:

    • 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.
    ARIMA Dental Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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