MATSUSHIMA DENTAL

Total reviews: 345
Shimbashi Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Matsushima Dental sits on the second floor of the Shimbashi West Building in Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato — a quiet pocket of the neighborhood that’s easy to reach from Shimbashi or Toranomon stations. It’s a general dentistry practice under the medical corporation Koueikai, which suggests some organizational infrastructure behind it rather than a solo practitioner setup.

    Their website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean you’ll get a smooth English consultation. Realistically, you should expect a Japanese-primary environment. For routine cleaning or a straightforward cavity, you’d probably manage fine with patience and a translation app. For anything involving treatment planning, implants, or complex work, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or prepare written notes in Japanese.

    It’s a standard dental clinic in a convenient business district location — solid for working expats in the area who need accessible, nearby dental care without trekking to a foreigner-focused clinic.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback patterns for this clinic suggest a professional, no-frills experience typical of a well-organized Japanese dental practice. Appointments tend to run on time — Japanese dental offices generally don’t leave you waiting the way hospital outpatient departments do. The corporate structure (medical corporation vs. solo practice) usually means consistent protocols and equipment. Don’t expect a lot of small talk or hand-holding, but the clinical work is likely methodical and thorough. Bring your insurance card.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English-language content, which puts it a step ahead of many local clinics — but that doesn't confirm English-speaking staff at the front desk or chairside. Realistically, this is probably a Japanese-first clinic where basic communication is possible with effort. For simple visits — cleaning, x-rays, a filling — a translation app and some patience will get you through. For anything complex, prepare written descriptions of your symptoms in Japanese beforehand or bring someone who can translate.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.matsushima-shika.com
    • 東京都港区西新橋3-8-2 新橋ウエストビル2F
    • Shimbashi Station (Asakusa 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

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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    MATSUSHIMA DENTAL

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