Matsuzakaya Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Ueno Station (JR/Metro) — 2 min walk
  • Department store building, easy access
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Matsuzakaya Dental Clinic sits on the 8th floor of the Matsuzakaya department store in Ueno — which means you’re getting a filling above a cosmetics counter, and honestly, the location is more convenient than weird. Ueno is a major transit hub, so getting here is easy from most parts of Tokyo.

    The clinic covers standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and likely implants and orthodontics. Their website has some English content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients — but that doesn’t guarantee a fluent English speaker will be at the front desk when you walk in. Bring a translation app as backup. Google Translate’s camera mode will handle any Japanese forms reasonably well.

    This is a private clinic inside a shopping complex, so expect a cleaner, more polished environment than your average neighborhood dentist. Appointments recommended. Walk-ins are a gamble.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a professional, well-organized setup — the department store location means the space feels modern and clean. Reviewers generally mention thorough explanations and unhurried appointments, which is not a given at busier urban clinics. Wait times appear reasonable when booked in advance. The vibe is calm and clinical rather than rushed. No strong pattern of complaints about communication, but English fluency at reception is inconsistent based on available data.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic's website includes some English, so they're not completely ignoring foreign patients — but "English website" and "English-speaking staff" are very different things. Realistically, reception is probably Japanese-only or limited English at best. A dentist with basic clinical English is plausible but not confirmed. Bring your translation app, write down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand if possible, and don't assume forms will be in English. Call ahead or email to check before your first visit.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.matsuzakaya-dental.com
    • 東京都台東区上野3-29-5 松坂屋上野店8F
    • Ueno Station (JR/Metro) — 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

    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.
    Matsuzakaya Dental Clinic

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