SAKUMA Dental Clinic
SAKUMA Dental Clinic sits in Bunkyo’s Otowa neighborhood — a quiet residential pocket of Tokyo that most expats don’t stumble into unless they live nearby. The clinic operates out of Avenue Otowa, a small building right on Otowa-dori.
This is a general dentistry practice handling the usual range: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely cosmetic work. The website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’re at least aware that foreign patients exist — but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception and treatment explanations are probably in Japanese, with some staff potentially managing basic English phrases.
If you’re in Bunkyo ward and need a local dentist without trekking to Shinjuku or Roppongi, this could work. Come prepared: bring a translation app, write down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand, or bring a Japanese-speaking friend for anything complicated. For routine cleanings, the language barrier is manageable. For complex treatment discussions, it’s worth calling ahead to gauge the situation.
Nearest station: Gokokuji (Yurakucho Line) or Edogawabashi (Yurakucho Line).
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language sources, so a clear picture is hard to build. Bunkyo-area dental clinics of this type tend to run on appointment-based schedules with reasonable wait times. The Otowa location is residential and low-key — expect a neighborhood clinic atmosphere rather than a polished urban dental chain. If you find reviews, they’re likely in Japanese on Google Maps or Hotpepper Beauty.
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 -
https://shika-sakuma-otoha.com/
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東京都文京区音羽２－２－２ アベニュー音羽１０１
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Iidabashi Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 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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