TANAKA Dentistry

Total reviews: 345
Oshiage Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • TANAKA Dentistry sits in Oshiage, Sumida — the neighborhood best known as the base of Tokyo Skytree. It’s a small, local Japanese dental clinic rather than an international-facing practice. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect fluent English-speaking staff at the desk. This is the kind of neighborhood dentist where Japanese residents have been getting their teeth cleaned for years. If your dental issue is routine — cavity, cleaning, checkup — you can probably manage here with a translation app and some patience. For anything complex that requires detailed back-and-forth communication, you’ll want to confirm English capability before booking. The Oshiage area itself is well-connected, so getting here isn’t the problem. The language situation is the thing to sort out first.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback on this clinic is limited in English-language sources. It appears to operate as a traditional local dental practice — the kind where appointments run on time, the dentist is thorough, and the atmosphere is quiet and no-frills. Expect a standard Japanese dental clinic experience: efficient, professional, not particularly chatty. No reports of long waits. Not a tourist-facing or expat-targeted practice.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English-language content, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff on any given day. Reception is likely Japanese-only. Forms will almost certainly be in Japanese. For a routine cleaning or simple procedure, Google Translate or a translation app should get you through. For anything involving diagnosis, treatment plans, or medication, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or contact the clinic in advance to ask directly.

    Contact & Location

    • https://tanakadental-clinic.com/
    • 東京都墨田区押上3-49-7
    • Oshiage Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 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

    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.
    TANAKA Dentistry

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    Proficiency Score
    2/5

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