Tachibana Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Tawaramachi Station (Ginza Line) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Tachibana Dental Clinic sits in Asakusa, one of Tokyo’s most tourist-dense neighborhoods, which probably explains why they’ve gotten comfortable handling patients who don’t speak Japanese. This is a general dental practice — cleanings, fillings, crowns, the usual — run out of a small neighborhood clinic setup rather than a big hospital complex. Staff have conversational English, so you’re not going to be stuck pointing at a tooth chart hoping for the best. That said, don’t expect fluent medical English for every nuance. For routine work, you’ll be fine. The Asakusa location puts it within easy reach of the Taito area and convenient for anyone living or working along the Ginza or Asakusa lines. Walk-ins may be possible but calling ahead is smarter.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients tend to mention that appointments move at a reasonable pace and the dentist is thorough without being alarmist — no unnecessary upselling. The Asakusa location is easy to find. Staff make an effort to communicate in English for the basics, which takes the edge off what’s already a stressful errand. Not a flashy modern clinic, but people seem to leave feeling like the job got done properly.

    English Language Proficiency

    Reception can handle basic English — scheduling, explaining what treatment is happening, general instructions. Don't expect fully bilingual explanations of complex procedures, but for cleanings, fillings, and straightforward work, you'll get by. Forms are likely in Japanese, so having your health insurance card and some patience ready helps. A translation app on your phone as backup isn't a bad idea, but most patients report it's not strictly necessary for routine visits.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.tachibanadc.com
    • 東京都台東区浅草3-30-5
    • Tawaramachi Station (Ginza 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

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    Tachibana Dental Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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