NAGUMO DENTAL CLINIC AKASAKA

Total reviews: 345
Akasaka Station (Chiyoda Line) — 2 min walk
  • Periodontal specialty focus
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Nagumo Dental Clinic Akasaka sits on the third floor of the Hashimoto Building in Akasaka, Minato — one of Tokyo’s more foreigner-friendly neighborhoods, which helps. The clinic’s website name drops “perio” in the URL, so periodontal care appears to be a genuine focus here, not just a side service. That’s worth knowing if you’re dealing with gum issues rather than just needing a cleaning or filling.

    English capability is the honest question mark. The site has some English-facing content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients, but “some English online” doesn’t always translate to smooth communication at reception or in the chair. Going in with a translation app or a written summary of your dental history in Japanese is a smart move until you can confirm otherwise. It’s Akasaka though — staff in this area tend to have more exposure to non-Japanese patients than most parts of Tokyo. Worth a call ahead to test the waters.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback specifically for this clinic is thin, which makes it hard to say much with confidence. What the clinic’s positioning suggests: a more specialist-leaning practice with a periodontal focus, likely drawing patients who’ve been referred or who are specifically dealing with gum disease rather than walk-ins wanting a quick checkup. Akasaka clinics generally run on appointment schedules without brutal wait times. Expect a clinical, professional atmosphere rather than a warm and chatty one.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has English-language elements, which is a decent sign — someone there thought about non-Japanese patients. But that's about as far as the certainty goes. Full English consultation, English intake forms, or an English-speaking dentist on staff isn't confirmed. Akasaka's international foot traffic means there's a reasonable chance reception can handle basic English, but don't count on it for anything nuanced. Write down your symptoms and dental history in Japanese beforehand, or use Google Translate in real time.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.nagumo-akasaka-perio.com
    • 東京都港区赤坂1-5-14 橋本ビル3階
    • Akasaka Station (Chiyoda 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    NAGUMO DENTAL CLINIC AKASAKA

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