Takatsu Kyosei Shika
Takatsu Kyosei Shika is an orthodontic-focused dental clinic tucked into the first floor of the Ferris Tamagawa building in Setagaya’s Tamagawa area. The name gives it away — “kyosei” means orthodontics, so this is a specialist practice, not a general dentist for fillings and cleanings.
The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t show up expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception is likely Japanese-primary. If you’re coming for braces, aligners, or bite correction, this could be worth pursuing — just come prepared with a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything nuanced like treatment plans or payment schedules.
Setagaya is a large, sprawling ward, and the Tamagawa area specifically sits near the Tokyu Den-en-toshi and Oimachi lines, so access is reasonable from much of southwest Tokyo. Good option if you’re already in the Setagaya neighborhood and need orthodontic work done.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a methodical, unhurried approach — this isn’t a clinic rushing you through. Orthodontic consultations tend to be detailed, with doctors taking time to explain treatment plans visually. Wait times appear reasonable for a specialist practice. The atmosphere is calm and clinical rather than flashy. Patients seem to appreciate the focused specialty rather than a catch-all dental setup. Not a lot of English-language reviews exist, so the picture is incomplete.
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 -
https://www.takatsu-kyousei.com
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東京都世田谷区玉川３－１５－６ フェリス玉川１Ｆ
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Tamagawa Station (Tokyu Tamagawa Line) — 2 min walk
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