KAWAGUCHI DENTAL CLINIC
Kawaguchi Dental Clinic sits in Shirakawa, Koto Ward — a residential pocket of east Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they live nearby. This is a neighborhood practice, not an international clinic, so don’t expect a bilingual receptionist greeting you at the door. The website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’re at least aware foreign patients exist, but full English service isn’t confirmed. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything beyond pointing at a tooth and wincing. For routine work — cleanings, fillings, basic checkups — you’ll likely manage. For anything involving detailed treatment planning or consent conversations, you’ll want backup. Small clinic energy: probably the same dentist each visit, no revolving door of staff.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a quiet, unhurried practice — the kind where you’re not shuffled in and out in ten minutes. The dentist appears thorough and attentive, consistent with a long-running neighborhood clinic. Wait times are generally reasonable. The vibe is calm and local rather than polished and clinical. Don’t expect a high-tech showroom feel, but patients seem to leave feeling like their teeth were actually looked at properly.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.kawaguchishika.com
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東京都江東区白河３－１－２
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Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 3 min walk
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