KATO DENTAL CLINIC
Kato Dental Clinic sits in Sendagaya, on the Shibuya side of things — a quieter pocket compared to the station chaos nearby. Run under a medical corporation (医療法人社団潮会), it’s a proper established practice, not a pop-up whitening joint. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll get a fully bilingual experience at the front desk. This is a general dentistry clinic covering the usual bases — cleanings, fillings, crowns, that kind of thing. If you’re coming from overseas and paranoid about Japanese dental forms, bring a translation app as backup. The clinic’s location near Sendagaya puts it within reasonable reach of Harajuku and central Shibuya, so it’s workable if you’re based in that part of Tokyo. Best to call ahead and gauge the English comfort level before booking — the website presence suggests some awareness of international patients, but confirmed fluency is another thing.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, no-rush approach — the kind of dentist who actually explains what’s happening in your mouth rather than just drilling and billing. Wait times appear reasonable for Tokyo. The atmosphere is calm and clinical without being cold. Patients seem to leave feeling like the work was done properly. Nothing flashy, which is exactly what you want from a dentist.
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.katodent.com
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東京都渋谷区千駄ケ谷５－１２－７
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Meiji-Jingu Mae Station (Fukutoshin 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.
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- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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