ICHIKAWA DENTAL CLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Toranomon Station (Marunouchi Line) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Ichikawa Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the Masuda Building in Toranomon — one of Tokyo’s more business-forward neighborhoods, which means this place is used to seeing international patients and people with packed schedules. It’s a general dentistry practice handling the usual range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and routine checkups.

    English is workable here. Staff have conversational ability, so you won’t be completely on your own trying to mime a toothache. It won’t feel like a full English-language consultation, but basic communication gets through. If your dental issue is complicated, bring notes or use a translation app as backup.

    The Toranomon location is genuinely convenient — close to multiple subway lines and easy to reach from central Tokyo. For expats working in the Minato area, this is a realistic option for getting dental work done without taking half a day off to navigate a language barrier.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients tend to appreciate the central location and the fact that staff make an effort with English rather than just handing you a dictionary. Appointments run reasonably on time — it’s a business district clinic, so efficiency matters here. Dentists are described as thorough and professional without being rushed. Nothing flashy, but reliable. The kind of place where you leave knowing exactly what was done and what comes next.

    English Language Proficiency

    Staff have conversational English — enough to cover symptoms, treatment explanations, and scheduling without a full breakdown. Don't expect fluent clinical discussions, but basic dental vocab ("cavity," "crown," "cleaning") gets handled. Forms are likely in Japanese, so budget a few extra minutes at reception. For anything beyond routine care, jotting down your symptoms beforehand or using a translation app as backup is smart practice. Not a fully bilingual clinic, but not a guessing game either.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.ichikawa-dental.net
    • 東京都港区虎ノ門1-1-11 マスダビル2F
    • Toranomon Station (Marunouchi 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    ICHIKAWA DENTAL CLINIC

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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