Higashiginza・tsukiji kawakitashika

Total reviews: 345
Tsukiji Station (Oedo Line) — 2 min walk
  • Ground floor, easy access
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Higashiginza Tsukiji Kawakita Dental sits on the ground floor of the Galicia Ginza East building in Tsukiji, Chuo — close enough to Higashi-Ginza Station that you won’t be hunting for it. The clinic covers standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, implants, cosmetic treatments. Their website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about foreign patients, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual consultation. Reception may handle basic English, but complex treatment discussions could get bumpy without a translation app or prepared notes. That said, the Ginza-Tsukiji area sees enough international foot traffic that staff here are likely more comfortable with non-Japanese speakers than a suburban clinic would be. If you’re already living in central Tokyo and need a local dentist you can actually reach on a lunch break, this one’s worth a call. Just go in with realistic expectations about language and come prepared.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a clean, modern setup and a dentist who takes time explaining treatment steps rather than rushing through. Wait times seem reasonable for the area. The Tsukiji location makes it convenient for people working or living in central Tokyo. No strong complaints about dismissiveness toward foreign patients, though language-heavy consultations are easier if you come with written notes about your dental history.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has English-language sections, which is a decent sign — they're aware foreign patients exist. But confirmed English-speaking staff? Not locked in. Reception may manage simple scheduling in English, and some written materials might be bilingual, but a detailed treatment plan conversation will likely need Google Translate or a bilingual friend. If you call ahead and ask directly about English support, you'll get a clearer picture than assuming.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.kawakita-shika.com
    • 東京都中央区築地2-1-11 ガリシア銀座イースト1F
    • Tsukiji Station (Oedo 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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