Uematsu Dental Clinic
Uematsu Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the Feritoia Tamagawa building in Setagaya’s Tamagawa area — a leafy, residential part of Tokyo that’s home to a solid chunk of expat families. It’s a general dental practice handling the usual range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, and basic cosmetic work.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English conversation with reception. You might, or you might need to lean on Google Translate for the finer details. The dentists here appear to have some English exposure, but this isn’t a fully bilingual practice.
For expats in Setagaya — especially around Futako-Tamagawa — this is a genuinely convenient local option. You’re not trekking to Roppongi or Hiroo just to get a tooth looked at. Come prepared with your insurance card, some patience for language gaps, and a list of your symptoms typed out in Japanese if you can manage it.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, no-rush atmosphere — this isn’t a high-volume clinic rushing you in and out. The dentist is described as thorough and careful, taking time to explain what’s happening before doing it. Wait times are generally reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The Tamagawa location means it draws a lot of local families, so the vibe is relaxed and community-oriented rather than clinical and corporate.
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 -
http://www.uematsu-dent.com
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東京都世田谷区玉川３－１０－１０ フェリトイア玉川２Ｆ
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Tamagawa Station (Tokyu Tamagawa Line) — 2 min walk
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