RYU Dentistry
RYU Dentistry (龍歯科医院) sits on the ground floor of the Nishi-Gotanda K1 Building in Shinagawa — easy to find, easy to get to from the Yamanote Line. It’s a general dental clinic handling the usual range: cleanings, fillings, extractions, implants, cosmetic work. Nothing flashy, just a working neighborhood dental practice.
The website has some English content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients at least a little. Whether that translates to confident English-speaking staff at the front desk is harder to confirm. If your Japanese is nonexistent, bring a translation app and your insurance documents prepped in advance. Showing up with a clear, typed explanation of your problem in Japanese doesn’t hurt either.
It’s not a clinic that markets itself as an expat destination, but Shinagawa’s mix of business hotels and international residents means they’ve probably seen a foreign face before. Appointments recommended.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a no-fuss, efficient clinic. Appointments tend to run on time, which matters when you’re squeezing in dental care between work obligations. The dentists are described as thorough without being alarmist — they explain what they find and what the options are. The vibe is calm and professional rather than warm and chatty. Not a place that holds your hand, but a place that gets the job done properly.
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.ryu-dentalclinic.com
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東京都品川区西五反田８－２－２ 西五反田Ｋ１ビル１Ｆ
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Gotanda Station (Yamanote 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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