KAMIKAWA DENTAL OFFICE
Kamikawa Dental Office is a neighborhood dental clinic in Sumiyoshi, Koto Ward — a residential pocket of eastern Tokyo that most expats don’t land in by accident. If you’re living out this way, this is likely your closest practical option for routine dental care.
The clinic covers standard dentistry: cleanings, fillings, crowns, that kind of thing. Their website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients at least a little. But “some English on the website” and “fluent English at the front desk” are very different things. Expect Japanese to be the working language here. A translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend would make the experience significantly smoother.
It’s a small, local practice — not a big international clinic with multilingual coordinators. That’s not necessarily bad. Local clinics often mean shorter waits, a dentist who knows your history, and prices that aren’t inflated for foreigners. Just go in with realistic expectations about communication.
Patient Feedback
No substantial English-language patient reviews are publicly available for this clinic. Based on its profile as a small neighborhood dental practice in residential Koto, patients likely experience a fairly traditional Japanese dental visit — methodical, thorough, and unhurried compared to busier urban clinics. Wait times at practices this size tend to be manageable, especially with an appointment. Don’t expect a polished international experience, but local clinics like this often deliver solid, attentive care.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://kamikawa-shika.com/
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東京都江東区住吉２－８－１２
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Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 3 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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