KUWASHIMA DENTAL CLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 3 min walk
  • Near Meguro and Osaki stations
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kuwashima Dental Clinic sits on the third floor of the Nishikawa Building in Kamiosaki, Shinagawa — a quiet residential pocket that’s easy to reach from Meguro or Osaki stations. It’s a standard Japanese neighborhood dental practice: general dentistry, cleanings, fillings, the usual. Nothing flashy, which is actually fine for most people who just need a dentist they can get to without a 45-minute commute.

    The English situation is genuinely unclear. There’s some English content on their website, which suggests at least some awareness of international patients, but whether that translates to a smooth English-language appointment is hard to confirm. If your Japanese is zero, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything beyond pointing at a tooth. That’s honest advice for most clinics at this level in Tokyo, not a knock on them specifically.

    Good option if you’re based in Shinagawa or the Meguro area and need routine dental work without trekking to a big hospital.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback specifically for Kuwashima Dental isn’t widely documented in English-language sources. Based on the clinic profile, it reads as a small, owner-operated Japanese dental practice — the kind where the dentist knows regular patients by name and appointments tend to run on time. Expect a thorough cleaning, clear treatment explanations (in Japanese), and no unnecessary upselling. Walk-ins are unlikely to be welcomed; booking ahead is standard practice here.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English text, which is a step above nothing, but it doesn't confirm bilingual staff. Reception is likely Japanese-only. If you have a straightforward issue — a cavity, a cleaning, a broken filling — a translation app like Google Translate or Midori should get you through it. For anything involving complex treatment planning or medical history discussions, bring someone who speaks Japanese. Don't assume English support without calling ahead first.

    Contact & Location

    • http://kuwashimadentalclinic.cihp2.jp
    • 東京都品川区上大崎2-15-16 西川ビル3F
    • Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote 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.
    KUWASHIMA DENTAL CLINIC

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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