SHIRATA DENTAL CLINIC

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Nishi-Oi Station (Keikyu Line) — 4 min walk
  • Some English online presence
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Shirata Dental Clinic is a neighborhood dental practice tucked into a residential pocket of Shinagawa, in the Hiratsuka 2-chome area — not a flashy clinic-tower setup, just a local dentist doing local dentist things. They cover standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and general checkups. The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual front desk. Whether you’ll get smooth English communication depends heavily on who’s working that day. Bring a translation app as backup and maybe write down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand. It’s not a specialist clinic and not positioned as an international practice, but for expats living in Shinagawa who need a reliable neighborhood dentist without trekking to central Tokyo, it’s worth knowing about. Closest reference point is Nishi-Oi or Higashi-Jujo area — check transit before you go.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback is sparse online, which is typical for smaller neighborhood clinics in Japan. What tends to characterize practices like this: thorough, unhurried appointments (Japanese dentists rarely rush), multiple visits for work that might be done in one abroad, and a calm, clean environment. Expect the standard Japanese dental rhythm — methodical and detail-oriented. Don’t expect small talk. Waits are usually manageable with an appointment.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients. But "English website content" and "English-speaking staff" are very different things. Full English service is unconfirmed. Realistically, you may encounter limited English at reception. Come prepared: screenshot your symptoms, use Google Translate, or bring a Japanese-speaking friend if your dental issue is complicated. Simple visits — cleanings, checkups — are more manageable with minimal language overlap.

    Contact & Location

    • http://shiratadental.p2.weblife.me/
    • 東京都品川区平塚2ー18ー12
    • Nishi-Oi Station (Keikyu Line) — 4 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.
    SHIRATA DENTAL CLINIC

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