Yokoyama Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Gotanda Station (Yamanote Line) — 3 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Yokoyama Dental Clinic sits on the third floor of the Daiichi Nomura Building in Higashi-Gotanda, Shinagawa — a quiet office-building location that’s easy to reach from Gotanda Station. This is a general dental practice covering the usual bases: checkups, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and cosmetic work.

    The English situation is functional. Staff can handle conversational English, so you won’t be completely stranded trying to explain which tooth hurts. Don’t expect a fully bilingual consultation, but basic communication — symptoms, treatment options, pricing — should get through without a translation app marathon. Some English materials are available at the clinic.

    It’s a neighborhood dental office, not a flashy international clinic. If you live or work in Shinagawa and just need reliable dental care without the premium price tag of an expat-focused practice, this is worth knowing about. Book ahead — smaller clinics in Tokyo fill up fast.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients generally describe a no-fuss experience — appointments run close to schedule, and the dentist takes time to explain what’s happening before starting treatment. It’s a smaller practice, so the atmosphere is calm rather than chaotic. Nothing flashy, but the work is solid and the staff are patient with non-Japanese speakers trying to communicate symptoms. Pricing is reasonable for Tokyo, especially for standard procedures under national health insurance.

    English Language Proficiency

    Reception can manage conversational English — enough to confirm appointments, take basic symptoms, and walk through treatment plans in simple terms. Don't expect fluent clinical explanations, but you won't be left completely guessing either. Some English resources are available at the clinic. For complex procedures or detailed medical history discussions, preparing a few written notes or using a translation app as backup is still smart. Better English access than a typical neighborhood clinic, but not a fully bilingual practice.

    Contact & Location

    • http://yokoyama-d-clinic.com
    • 東京都品川区東五反田5-27-10 第一野村ビル3F
    • Gotanda Station (Yamanote Line) — 3 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?

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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.
    Yokoyama Dental Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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