TACHIBANA DENTAL CLINIC
Tachibana Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the Estate Shiba building in Shiba, Minato — a quiet residential-ish pocket of Tokyo that’s easy to reach but not exactly tourist-central. It’s a general dentistry practice covering the usual range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and routine care.
The English situation here is genuinely unclear. The clinic has some English-facing content online, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients at least a little. But “some English on the website” doesn’t mean the receptionist picks up the phone in English or that your appointment runs smoothly without a translation app. If your Japanese is zero, prepare a written note or use Google Translate as backup before you walk in.
That said, Minato is one of Tokyo’s most expat-heavy wards, so clinics here tend to have more experience with non-Japanese patients than average. It’s worth a direct inquiry — email tends to work better than calling when language is uncertain.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for Tachibana Dental is limited in English-language sources. What comes through is that it operates as a solid neighborhood dental clinic — thorough appointments, no rushed-feeling checkups, and a calm atmosphere. Wait times appear reasonable for a smaller practice. It’s not a flashy multi-chair operation; it feels more like a dentist who actually pays attention to your teeth than one running a high-volume production line.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://tachibana-dc.cihp2.jp/
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東京都港区芝５－１７－２ エステート芝２Ｆ
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Hamamatsucho Station (Yamanote Line) — 3 min walk
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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.
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