Gotandaekimae Haisha

Total reviews: 345
Gotanda Station (Yamanote Line) — 1 min walk
  • Steps from Gotanda Station
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Gotanda Ekimae Haisha sits on the third floor of Toraya Building, right by Gotanda Station on the Yamanote Line — about as convenient a location as you’re going to find for a dental clinic in Shinagawa. The name literally means “Gotanda Station Front Dentist,” so they’re not hiding the ball on positioning.

    The clinic covers standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and cosmetic treatments. Their website has some English-language content, which is a decent signal, but don’t assume that means a fully bilingual experience when you walk in. Japanese-speaking staff is the norm here. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything beyond a routine cleaning. Google Translate on your phone will get you through the basics.

    It’s a straightforward neighborhood dental clinic — not a fancy expat-targeted practice, not a specialist hospital. If you live or work near Gotanda and need reliable, accessible dental care without a long commute, this is worth putting on your shortlist.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients tend to appreciate the location above everything else — being literally in front of the station removes one headache from an already stressful dental visit. Reviews suggest the dentists are thorough and don’t rush through appointments. Wait times are generally reasonable for a busy urban clinic. The vibe is practical and professional rather than warm and chatty. Nobody’s going to hold your hand, but the work gets done properly.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English content, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or chairside. Realistically, this is a Japanese-language clinic. Phone calls and intake forms will almost certainly be in Japanese. If you're comfortable with basic Japanese or have a bilingual friend, you'll be fine. Otherwise, bring a translation app and write down your symptoms or concerns in Japanese beforehand. Don't rely on the English website as a proxy for English service inside.

    Contact & Location

    • https://gotanda-dc.jp
    • 東京都品川区西五反田1-5-2 トラヤビル3F
    • Gotanda Station (Yamanote Line) — 1 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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    Gotandaekimae Haisha

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    Proficiency Score
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