TAKANOHASHI DENTAL CLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 3 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Takanohashi Dental Clinic sits in Koto Ward, one of Tokyo’s quieter eastern residential neighborhoods — not a place most expats stumble into by accident, but worth seeking out if you’re in the area. The clinic handles general dentistry: cleanings, fillings, crowns, the usual. Staff have conversational English, which means you can get your point across without resorting to pantomiming a toothache. Don’t expect a fully bilingual experience, but basic communication — what hurts, what the treatment plan is, how much it costs — should be manageable. It’s a neighborhood clinic, so the atmosphere is low-key and practical rather than polished and corporate. If you live or work in Koto or nearby Sumida, this is a reasonable option that won’t leave you completely lost in translation.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-fuss clinic. Appointments tend to run on schedule, which is standard for Japanese dental offices. The dentist is described as thorough and methodical — expects multiple visits for treatment rather than rushing everything into one session. Atmosphere is calm and unpretentious. It’s a small neighborhood practice, so you’re not sitting in a waiting room with 30 people. Patients generally feel their concerns are heard, even when communication takes a little extra effort.

    English Language Proficiency

    Staff have conversational English — enough to walk you through what's happening and answer basic questions. Don't expect clinical explanations in fluent English, but you won't be completely on your own either. Having a translation app ready for anything technical is still a smart move. Forms are likely in Japanese only, so bring your insurance card and be prepared to fill things out with some help at the desk. Overall, more manageable than a zero-English clinic.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.takadc.com
    • 東京都江東区毛利1-9-4 メゾン中村1F
    • 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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    TAKANOHASHI DENTAL CLINIC

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    Proficiency Score
    3/5

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