Sudou Shikaiinn

Total reviews: 345
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 3 min walk
  • English website available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Sudou Shikaiinn is a general dental clinic sitting on the second floor of the Osakaya Building in Kiba, Koto Ward — not the most central Tokyo location, but solid and accessible if you’re living or working on the east side of the city. The clinic covers standard dental work: checkups, cleanings, fillings, and general oral care.

    Their website has some English content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about foreign patients. But “English content online” doesn’t always mean “English spoken at the front desk,” so don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth conversation. Come prepared — Google Translate on your phone, a note in Japanese explaining your issue, or a bilingual friend if you’re anxious about communicating symptoms or treatment details.

    This is a neighborhood dental clinic, not an international medical center. If you’re in Koto Ward and just need reliable dental care without trekking to Minato or Shinjuku, it’s worth a look. Manage expectations on the English front and you’ll probably be fine.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward neighborhood dental experience — thorough cleanings, no unnecessary upselling, and a calm, no-fuss atmosphere. Wait times appear reasonable for a local clinic. The dentist comes across as methodical and professional rather than chatty. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding through procedures, but the work gets done properly. Patients seem to leave feeling like their teeth were actually looked after, not just rushed through.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English on their website, which is a better sign than nothing. But confirmed English-speaking staff? Unclear. Reception is likely Japanese-only in practice. If you call to book, have a Japanese speaker help or use the website. At the appointment itself, bring a translation app and write down your symptoms beforehand. Medical Japanese for dental issues is specific — "虫歯" (cavity), "歯茎" (gums), "痛い" (it hurts) will go a long way.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.sudou-dental.com
    • 東京都江東区木場5-11-19 大坂屋ビル2階
    • Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 3 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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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Sudou Shikaiinn

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