SHINDO Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 8 min walk
  • English website content available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • SHINDO Dental Clinic sits in Kitasuna, a quiet residential stretch of Koto Ward that most expats only discover after moving east of the tourist trail. It’s a neighborhood dental clinic — the kind that’s been serving local families for years rather than chasing international patients. The website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve made an effort to be accessible, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual front desk. Routine dental work, checkups, and basic procedures are the bread and butter here. If your Japanese is minimal, a translation app will be your best friend. That said, Koto Ward is underserved when it comes to English-friendly dental options, so if you live in the area, this is worth a shot before trekking to Minato or Shinjuku.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, no-frills experience — the kind of clinic where you’re seen roughly on time and the dentist takes a thorough look rather than rushing you out. It reads as a family practice with regulars who’ve been coming for years. Don’t expect the polished, tourist-friendly setup of a central Tokyo international clinic. It’s local, it’s practical, and for residents in the area, that’s often exactly what you want.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English content, which is a good sign — it means someone there has thought about non-Japanese patients. But confirmed bilingual staff? That's unclear. Reception is likely Japanese-only in practice. Bring a translation app, write down your symptoms beforehand, and have your insurance card ready. If you've got basic Japanese or a Japanese-speaking friend who can call ahead, that'll smooth things out considerably. Not a barrier, but not a soft landing either.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.shindou-shika0326.com
    • 東京都江東区北砂5-18-6
    • Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo 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

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    SHINDO Dental Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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