DEN MASAFUMI DENTAL OFFICE
Den Masafumi Dental Office sits on the second floor of the Sakuma Building in Asakusa, Taito Ward — a neighborhood that’s very much a local Tokyo experience rather than an expat hub. This is a small, independent dental practice run by Dr. Den Masafumi, not a chain clinic designed around international patients.
Their website has some English content, which is a decent sign — it suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients. But don’t bank on fluent English at the front desk. This is most likely a Japanese-first practice where you’ll want to come prepared: bring a translation app, write down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand, or bring a Japanese-speaking friend if your dental issue is complicated.
For routine work — cleanings, fillings, a checkup — the language barrier is manageable. For anything complex like root canals or extractions, communication matters a lot more. Asakusa is well-connected by train, so getting here isn’t a hassle. If you live or work in eastern Tokyo and need a local dentist without trekking to a foreigner-friendly clinic in Minato or Shinjuku, this could work.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language channels, which itself tells you something — this isn’t a place that draws a lot of expat foot traffic. Patients who do visit tend to describe a quiet, no-frills practice. Dr. Den appears to be thorough and straightforward, not the kind of dentist who upsells you on unnecessary procedures. Wait times at smaller independent clinics in Japan are generally shorter than at large chain practices. Expect a clean, functional setup without a lot of hand-holding.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.den-dc.jp/
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東京都台東区浅草４－４４－９ 佐久間ビル２Ｆ
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Tawaramachi Station (Ginza Line) — 2 min walk
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