KURITA DENTAL OFFICE
Kurita Dental Office sits in Nishi-Gotanda, a quieter pocket of Shinagawa that most expats walk through rather than stop in. The clinic operates out of the first floor of Brick Building on a fairly accessible stretch, and it’s a standard general dentistry setup — cleanings, fillings, the works.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully English conversation at the front desk. It suggests some awareness of international patients, but the actual depth of English service on any given day is uncertain. Bring your Japanese address written down, have your insurance card ready, and consider using a translation app for anything nuanced.
This is a neighborhood dental clinic, not an international medical center. If you’re nearby in Shinagawa and need routine dental work without trekking to a foreigner-focused clinic in central Tokyo, it’s worth a call first to gauge the English situation before booking.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills dental experience. The clinic appears to run on time, which matters when you’re navigating a foreign healthcare system and don’t want to sit guessing in a waiting room. Patients seem to find the dentist thorough without being alarmist — a quality that matters when you can’t fully follow the explanation. The setting is small and neighborhood-style, not a slick multi-chair operation.
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.kuritashika.com
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東京都品川区西五反田２－１１－２０ ブリックビル１Ｆ
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Gotanda Station (Ikeguro Line) — 3 min walk
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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.
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