Kiyosumi Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 2 min walk
  • Ground-floor accessible entrance
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kiyosumi Dental Clinic sits on the ground floor of Santopia Mansion in Kiyosumi, a quiet residential pocket of Koto Ward that most expats only visit for the famous garden nearby. It’s a small, neighborhood-style practice — the kind where the dentist likely knows your name by your second visit.

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English conversation at the front desk. Come prepared with a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your dental vocabulary isn’t strong. For routine cleanings, fillings, and standard dental work, that’s usually manageable. For complex treatment discussions, it gets harder.

    This is a solid local option if you’re living in Koto Ward and want a dentist close to home rather than commuting to a more expat-heavy clinic in central Tokyo. Convenience is the main argument here.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere typical of smaller neighborhood clinics. Appointments tend to run on schedule. The dentist is described as thorough and gentle — common praise for Japanese dental practices where precision matters. No reports of being rushed through. For expats, the main variable is communication depth, not clinical quality. Standard procedures seem to go smoothly even with limited shared language.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has Japanese and some English on its website, suggesting awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or chairside. Realistically, expect Japanese-primary service. A translation app will handle basic exchanges fine. If you need to discuss treatment plans, symptoms in detail, or insurance paperwork, bring written notes or a bilingual friend. Forms are almost certainly Japanese only. Manage expectations and you'll be fine.

    Contact & Location

    • http://kiyosumi-dc.com
    • 東京都江東区清澄3-6-16 サントピアマンション1F
    • Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo 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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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Kiyosumi Dental Clinic

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    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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