Yamada Shikaiinn
Yamada Shikaiinn sits on the 8th floor of the Cuare YMD building in Hatagage, a quiet residential pocket of Shibuya that most expats walk straight past. It’s a general dental clinic under the Kenbi-kai medical corporation, handling the usual range of dental work — checkups, cleanings, fillings, and likely cosmetic and orthodontic options given the building’s name branding.
The website has some English-facing content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English conversation at the front desk. The reality is probably somewhere in the middle — written materials may exist in English, and staff might manage basic dental vocabulary, but complex treatment discussions could get tricky fast. Worth calling ahead or sending an email in English to test the waters before you book.
The Hatagage area is a short walk from Hatagage Station on the Keio New Line, which connects directly into Shinjuku. Low-key neighborhood, easy to navigate.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on Yamada Shikaiinn is limited in English-language sources, so the picture here is incomplete. The clinic’s setup inside a dedicated medical building suggests a reasonably professional environment. Patients familiar with Japanese dental clinics will recognize the format: methodical, thorough, not rushed. Wait times are hard to estimate without more data. If you’ve been here, your review would genuinely help other expats figure out what to expect.
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.ymd-dc.com/
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東京都渋谷区幡ケ谷２－２０－１０ キュアーレＹＭＤ ８Ｆ
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Hatagaya Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 2 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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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