SATO Dental Clinic
SATO Dental Clinic sits on the 4th floor of the Nashville Building in Takahashi, Koto Ward — not the most obvious location for an expat, but Koto-ku has a growing international community and finding a local dentist who isn’t in central Tokyo can save you real money and wait time.
The clinic handles standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, the usual. Their website has some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of foreign patients, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English conversation. The reality is probably closer to basic communication plus gestures, phone translation apps, or a Japanese-speaking friend on standby.
If you live or work in eastern Tokyo — Koto, Sumida, Edogawa — this is worth knowing about rather than trekking to Roppongi or Shinjuku every time a filling falls out. Go in with realistic expectations about English, bring your translation app, and you’ll likely be fine for routine care.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language sources, so it’s hard to paint a detailed picture. What’s typical for smaller neighborhood dental clinics in Japan generally holds here: appointments tend to run on time, treatment is methodical, and dentists don’t rush. Expect a thorough approach rather than a quick in-and-out. The 4th-floor location means no walk-in foot traffic — you’ll need to book ahead.
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://koto-satodental.com
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東京都江東区高橋１３－１５ ナッシュビル４Ｆ
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Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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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