uguisu shika kurinikku
Uguisu Shika Kurinikku sits in Negishi, a quiet residential pocket of Taito Ward that most expats never stumble into unless they live nearby. It’s a small neighborhood dental clinic inside the Tachibana Uguisu Building — nothing flashy, just a local practice doing standard dental work: checkups, cleanings, fillings, whitening, and general restorative care.
Their website has some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully English conversation. Staff English capability is unconfirmed. If your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app or write down your symptoms beforehand. That said, dental visits are often more manageable than GP appointments — pointing at a tooth gets you pretty far.
The clinic is a reasonable option if you live in Taito, Arakawa, or eastern Tokyo and want something close to home rather than trekking to a more expat-familiar clinic in Shinjuku or Ginza.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback is limited online, which is typical for smaller neighborhood clinics in Tokyo. What exists points to a straightforward, no-frills experience — appointment-based visits, reasonable wait times, and a dentist who works methodically through what needs doing. Don’t expect a lot of small talk or hand-holding through explanations. For routine work like cleanings or cavity treatment, that’s usually fine. For more complex procedures, communication could be a challenge without some Japanese ability.
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.uguisu-dental.com/
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東京都台東区根岸３－１－２２ 立花鶯ビル１Ｆ
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Uguisu Station (Ginza Line) — 2 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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