Matsuo Shikaiin
Matsuo Shikaiin sits on the fifth floor of the Horiuchi Building on Dogenzaka — one of Shibuya’s busier slopes, so it’s easy to find if you’re coming from the station. It’s a general dentistry practice handling the usual range: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely cosmetic work too.
The website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about international patients. But “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean the front desk will switch languages smoothly. Expect a Japanese-first environment. A translation app on your phone is a sensible backup, and writing down your symptoms or concerns before you arrive will save everyone time.
This isn’t a clinic that’s explicitly marketed to expats, so don’t expect English forms or a bilingual coordinator. But plenty of expats in Tokyo manage just fine at clinics like this — especially for routine dental work where the process is fairly universal and the staff have seen foreign patients before.
Shibuya location means convenience for anyone living or working in the area.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specifically for Matsuo Shikaiin is limited in English-language sources, so take this as a general picture rather than a verified portrait. Clinics in this building type — small, single-floor practices in Shibuya — tend to run on appointment schedules with manageable wait times. Expect a thorough exam approach typical of Japanese dentistry, where dentists often take more time on preventive detail than you might be used to back home.
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://matsuo-2011.com
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東京都渋谷区道玄坂２－２５－６ ホリウチビル５Ｆ
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Shibuya Station (Ginza 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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