KUBO Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Ojima Station (Tozai Line) — 3 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • KUBO Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the Dai-3 Toei Building in Oshima, Koto Ward — not the most central spot in Tokyo, but a solid neighborhood clinic that serves the local community well. They handle standard dental work: checkups, cleanings, fillings, extractions, the usual. The clinic operates under the medical corporation 歯笑会 (Shishoukai — roughly “dental smile society”), which suggests a practice that takes its professional identity seriously.

    English capability here is conversational — staff can get through a basic appointment without you needing to mime a toothache, but don’t expect fluent clinical explanations in English. If you have a complex issue or specific treatment questions, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or prep some vocabulary in advance. The website is Japanese-only, so booking and research will require some effort if you can’t read Japanese. That said, for routine dental care in the Koto area, this is a legitimate option for English speakers who need something functional rather than fancy.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients tend to describe a no-nonsense neighborhood dental experience — thorough cleanings, straightforward diagnoses, and a doctor who doesn’t rush. Wait times are generally reasonable for a local clinic. The atmosphere is quiet and functional rather than polished. Nothing flashy, but people leave feeling like their teeth were actually looked at. Repeat patients seem to stick around, which usually means something is going right.

    English Language Proficiency

    Staff have enough conversational English to handle appointment basics — confirming your name, explaining what they're about to do, flagging if something needs follow-up. It won't carry a detailed treatment discussion, but it's more than zero. Forms are in Japanese. The website is entirely Japanese. If you have complicated dental history or need to discuss treatment options in depth, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend. For a routine cleaning, you'll likely manage fine.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.kuboshika.jp
    • 東京都江東区大島6-8-21 第3東栄ビル2F
    • Ojima Station (Tozai Line) — 3 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?

    A few things to keep in mind:

    • 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.
    KUBO Dental Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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