Iryouhouzinnshadann Souyukai Notohara Shika Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Gotokuji Station (Odakyu Line) — 2 min walk
  • Ground-floor accessible entrance
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Notohara Shika Clinic sits on the ground floor of Goutokuji Hills in Setagaya’s Goutokuji neighborhood — walkable from Goutokuji Station on the Odakyu line. It’s a general dental practice covering the usual bases: checkups, cleanings, fillings, and likely cosmetic and orthodontic work based on their website.

    The clinic has some English content on their site, which is a good sign, but whether that translates to a smooth English-speaking visit is genuinely unclear. Receptionists may have limited English, and you should be prepared to use a translation app or bring a Japanese-speaking friend for anything complicated. For a routine cleaning where you can point at your teeth, you’ll probably be fine. For a root canal or treatment plan discussion, manage expectations.

    It’s a neighborhood dental clinic in a quiet, residential part of Setagaya — not a foreigner-specialist practice, but not hostile to expats either. Goutokuji is a calm, livable area. If you’re local to Setagaya, this is a reasonable option to check out.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a clean, modern setup and a dentist who takes time explaining treatment rather than rushing you out. Wait times seem reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The vibe is calm and professional without feeling sterile or corporate. Patients mention staff being courteous, though language support at reception appears limited. Works well for routine care; complex cases may require extra communication effort.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English on its website, which suggests some awareness of international patients — but that's different from having English-fluent staff on the floor. Reception is likely Japanese-only or minimal English at best. For a cleaning or filling, Google Translate or a screenshot of your symptoms in Japanese will get you through. For treatment plans, extractions, or anything with real back-and-forth, bring a bilingual friend or prepare written Japanese notes in advance.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.notohara.com
    • 東京都世田谷区豪徳寺1-20-6 豪徳寺ヒルズ1F
    • Gotokuji Station (Odakyu 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.
    Iryouhouzinnshadann Souyukai Notohara Shika Clinic

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