ISHIGAMI DENTAL CLINIC
Ishigami Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the Tokuwa Building in Yuushima, Bunkyo — a quiet residential-ish pocket of Tokyo that’s close enough to Ueno and Ochanomizu to be genuinely convenient. It’s a general dentistry practice, so you’re looking at routine checkups, cleanings, fillings, and the everyday stuff rather than anything highly specialized.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign — it suggests they’re at least aware that foreign patients exist. But “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean fluent staff at the front desk. Realistically, you should prepare for a mixed experience: maybe one staff member who can manage basic dental vocabulary, but don’t expect a full English consultation. A translation app on your phone is a smart backup. If you’re anxious about communication, emailing ahead is worth trying — their web presence suggests some effort toward accessibility. Bunkyo is a solid base for expats who prefer a neighborhood feel over the chaos of central Tokyo, and having a local dentist you can actually reach on foot matters more than people admit.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback is limited in English-language spaces, so it’s hard to paint a detailed picture. The clinic appears to be a small, owner-operated practice — the kind where you’re likely seeing the same dentist each visit rather than rotating through a roster of faces. That consistency is worth something. Bunkyo clinics like this tend to run on time and keep things calm rather than high-volume. No reports of long waits, but also no large English-speaking patient community vouching for it yet.
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.ishigamishika.com
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東京都文京区湯島３－１６－１０ 徳和ビル２Ｆ
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Yushima Station (Chiyoda 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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