TAMURA Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 8 min walk
  • Residential neighborhood, relaxed pace
  • Near central Tokyo
  • TAMURA Dental Clinic sits in the quiet residential pocket of Yakumo in Meguro — not a busy commercial strip, which means it skews toward neighborhood regulars rather than walk-in tourists. The corporate body behind it (Kaeru-kai) suggests a modestly organized practice, not a one-chair solo operation. Their website has some English-facing content, which is a decent sign, but whether that translates to actual English conversation at reception or chairside is genuinely unclear. Don’t assume you’ll have a smooth English consultation — bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your dental needs are complex. For routine stuff like cleanings or a quick check, the language gap is usually manageable. The Yakumo address puts you a bus ride or decent walk from Toritsu-Daigaku Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line. Not the most convenient spot if you’re coming from central Tokyo, but perfectly fine if you live in the Meguro area.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic experience — this is a residential-area practice, so it doesn’t feel like a production line. Doctors are reported to be thorough and not dismissive. Wait times appear reasonable for a scheduled appointment. It’s not a flashy modern clinic, but patients seem to leave feeling like their teeth were actually looked at properly rather than rushed through.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that's about as far as the confirmation goes. Reception likely conducts business in Japanese. If your issue is simple, pointing and a translation app will get you through. For anything involving treatment plans, costs, or ongoing procedures, you'll want Japanese language support with you. Don't count on English-speaking staff being available.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.tamura-dental.com
    • 東京都目黒区八雲1-5-5 八雲プレイス1F
    • Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 8 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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    TAMURA Dental Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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