Nemoto Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Yotsugi Station (Asakusa Line) — 8 min walk
  • English website content available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Nemoto Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into a quiet residential stretch of Yahiro in Sumida Ward — not exactly central Tokyo, but easy enough to reach if you’re based in the east side of the city. They cover the standard dental bases: checkups, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely some cosmetic work based on their website.

    The clinic has some English-language content online, which is a decent sign — it suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. But that doesn’t automatically mean the staff can hold a full dental conversation in English. Realistically, you’re probably looking at a clinic where basic communication might work, but you’ll want to come prepared with written notes about your symptoms or a translation app as backup.

    If you’re in Sumida and need a local dentist rather than trekking to a more expat-heavy area like Shinjuku or Hiroo, this is worth a call to gauge the English situation before booking.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a no-frills, attentive local dentist experience. The clinic feels small and personal rather than a conveyor-belt operation. Waits tend to be reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The dentist is described as thorough and unhurried — not the type to rush you out mid-explanation. It’s the kind of place long-term local residents stick with, which says something. Not a flashy setup, but the work gets done properly.

    English Language Proficiency

    Honestly unclear. The clinic has English content on its website, which puts it ahead of many local Sumida practices. But there's no confirmed English-speaking staff member, and no evidence of English intake forms. If you go, bring your dental history written down, use Google Translate for anything complex, and maybe send an email in Japanese first to set expectations. A Japanese-speaking friend making the first call for you would smooth things considerably.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.nemoto-dc.net/
    • 東京都墨田区八広2-54-18
    • Yotsugi Station (Asakusa Line) — 8 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.
    Nemoto Shikaiin

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