HIGUCHI Dental Clinic
HIGUCHI Dental Clinic sits right in Taito, one of Tokyo’s most traditional shitamachi neighborhoods — walkable from Asakusa and the famous Kaminarimon gate. It’s a general dental practice covering the usual bases: cleanings, fillings, checkups, and likely basic restorative work.
The clinic has some English content online, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual setup. Reception probably handles basic communication, and the dentist may manage simple dental vocabulary in English — but anything complex will need a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend. The website URL is just a phone number, which tells you something about how web-forward this place is.
That said, Taito has a long history of welcoming international visitors, and smaller neighborhood clinics here often have more patience with non-Japanese speakers than their stiff city-center counterparts. If you need a routine checkup or have a straightforward problem, it’s worth a call. For complicated treatment plans or detailed consultations, go in prepared.
Patient Feedback
No substantial public reviews in English are available for this clinic. Patients visiting neighborhood dental clinics in Taito generally report shorter wait times than larger hospital-adjacent practices, and a more personal, less rushed feel. Small single-dentist setups like this tend to mean you see the same person every visit, which matters for continuity. Without confirmed patient accounts, treat this as a local neighborhood option rather than a known expat favorite.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.0358270118.com
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東京都台東区雷門１－８－１－１Ｆ
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Tawaramachi Station (Ginza Line) — 2 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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.
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