SHIROTA Dental Clinic
SHIROTA Dental Clinic sits in Taito ward, one of Tokyo’s older, more residential neighborhoods east of Ueno. It’s a small independent practice — the kind that’s been serving the same local community for years rather than chasing international patients. Their website has some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients, but don’t expect a bilingual front desk as a guarantee. Come prepared with a translation app or written notes about your symptoms. That said, dental work is often easier to navigate cross-language than other specialties — pointing at a tooth gets you pretty far. The clinic covers standard dental care: checkups, cleanings, fillings, the usual. If you’re living or working in Taito and need a nearby dentist without trekking to a foreigner-friendly clinic in Shinjuku or Shibuya, this is worth a call. Just set realistic expectations about the language situation before you walk in.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills neighborhood dentist. Appointments tend to move on time — this isn’t a place known for long waiting room stretches. The dentist is reported as thorough and unhurried during examinations. The vibe is quiet and local, not clinical-corporate. Don’t expect a lot of small talk, but the work gets done properly. A solid choice if you want competent care without the premium pricing of international-facing clinics.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.shirota-shika.com/
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東京都台東区寿３－７－１０
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Tawaramachi Station (Ginza Line) — 2 min walk
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