MUKOUGAOKA DENTAL CLINIC
Mukougaoka Dental Clinic sits in Bunkyo-ku, tucked inside a residential mansion building near Hongo — one of Tokyo’s quieter, more livable neighborhoods. It’s a small neighborhood practice, not a big expat-facing clinic, so don’t show up expecting a bilingual receptionist ready to walk you through everything in English.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign — it suggests they’ve thought about international patients at least a little. But “some English online” doesn’t always translate to smooth English communication at the front desk. If your Japanese is limited, come prepared with a translation app, written notes about your symptoms, or a Japanese-speaking friend.
For routine dental work — checkups, cleanings, fillings — this kind of local clinic is often perfectly fine. Dentistry is dentistry. The harder part is the intake conversation, not the actual treatment. Budget some extra time and patience for your first visit.
Patient Feedback
No substantial English-language review data is available for this clinic. As a small local practice in a residential part of Bunkyo, it likely serves a mostly Japanese-speaking patient base. Expats who’ve visited similar neighborhood clinics in this area generally report competent, no-frills dental care — but also note that communication without Japanese can be slow and awkward. Expect a quieter, less rushed atmosphere than a larger urban clinic.
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.mukogaoka-dc.com/
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東京都文京区向丘２－３－８ ニュー本郷マンション ２０４
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Kasuga Station (Marunouchi 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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