ASANO DENTAL CLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Ryogoku Station (JR Sobu Line) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English on staff
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Asano Dental Clinic sits in the Ryogoku area of Sumida — yes, that’s the sumo district — on the ground floor of Asia Building on Ryogoku 4-chome. It’s a standard neighborhood dental practice, not a flashy international clinic, so set expectations accordingly. They handle routine dentistry: checkups, cleanings, fillings, that kind of thing.

    English capability here is conversational — someone on staff can get through a basic consultation without you needing to mime a toothache. It’s not fluent clinical English, but it’s enough to explain what hurts and understand the treatment plan. Some English resources are available, which helps with forms and instructions.

    This is a practical option if you live or work in east Tokyo and need reliable dental care without trekking to a big international clinic in Minato or Shibuya. Ryogoku Station is close, making it reachable on the Sobu or Oedo lines. Good for expats who want a neighborhood dentist rather than a premium expat-facing service.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a no-fuss neighborhood dental experience — thorough cleanings, straightforward explanations, and a dentist who doesn’t rush through appointments. Wait times are generally reasonable for a local clinic. The atmosphere is calm and unfussy rather than sleek and modern. Patients who’ve come in with dental emergencies report being seen without major delays. It’s not a polished expat clinic, but the care is attentive and the communication gap is manageable.

    English Language Proficiency

    Conversational English is available — enough to get through a standard appointment. Reception can handle basic questions in English, and some printed materials are available in English. For anything complex — detailed treatment plans, insurance paperwork — you'll want to bring a Japanese-speaking friend or use a translation app as backup. It's not bilingual in the full sense, but it's meaningfully more accessible than a clinic with zero English capability. Google Translate will still be your friend here.

    Contact & Location

    • http://ryougoku-asano-dc.jp
    • 東京都墨田区両国4-31-14 アジアビル1F
    • Ryogoku Station (JR Sobu Line) — 2 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

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    ASANO DENTAL CLINIC

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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