TakedaShikaiin
Takeda Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the SH Kobayashi Building in Honmachi, Shibuya — a residential stretch that’s quieter than central Shibuya but still well-connected. They’ve been running their own website at 418.co.jp (a clever Japanese pun on “dental”) for a while, which suggests a practice that takes communication seriously.
The site has some English-facing content, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully English consultation. Reception and chair-side communication may require patience, a translation app, or a Japanese-speaking friend depending on who’s working. That said, the clinic handles standard dental work — cleanings, fillings, checkups — and appears to serve a general adult patient base.
Honmachi isn’t the most expat-dense area, so this isn’t a clinic that’s built its whole model around foreign patients. But if you’re living in west Shibuya and need a local dentist, it’s worth a call to gauge how comfortable they are with English before booking.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried approach — the kind of dentist who actually explains what they’re doing rather than just drilling and billing. Wait times seem reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The vibe is calm and low-key, not a flashy chain clinic. Patients seem to return regularly, which usually says more than any review. No strong signals either way on English fluency from the chair.
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.418.co.jp/takeda/
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東京都渋谷区本町１－２１－１エスエイチ小林ビル２カイ
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Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 8 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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