SHIMIZUSHIKAKURINIKKU

Total reviews: 345
Hatanodai Station (Tokyu Ikegami Line) — 2 min walk
  • Some English website content
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Shimizu Dental Clinic sits in Hatanodai, Shinagawa — a quiet residential neighborhood that most expats don’t end up in unless they live nearby or got a solid recommendation. The clinic operates under the medical corporation Meiyukai and has been serving the local community for some time. Their website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English conversation at the front desk. That said, dentistry is one of those specialties where you can get pretty far with pointing, gestures, and a translation app. Standard dental services are on offer — cleanings, fillings, the usual. If you’re in the Shinagawa area and need a dentist without traveling across the city, this is a reasonable option to check out. Call ahead or shoot them a message through the website to gauge how much English support is actually available on the day you plan to visit.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, no-frills clinic experience — typical of a community dental practice in a residential Tokyo neighborhood. Appointments tend to run on schedule. The dentists are described as thorough rather than rushed, which matters when you’re anxious about communication. It’s not a flashy international clinic, but patients seem to leave feeling like their teeth were actually looked at properly, not just quickly processed.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English-facing content, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff on duty. Realistically, expect Japanese-primary communication. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will be your friend here, especially at reception. Basic dental vocab in Japanese or a printout of your symptoms could save a lot of back-and-forth. If English support is a hard requirement, confirm before booking.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.shimizu-dental.com
    • 東京都品川区旗の台4-1-6 NEXT旗の台1F
    • Hatanodai Station (Tokyu Ikegami 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?

    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.
    SHIMIZUSHIKAKURINIKKU

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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