YUASA Dental Clinic
YUASA Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the Takimoto Building in Yoga, Setagaya — a quiet residential part of southwest Tokyo that’s home to a solid chunk of the expat community. The clinic focuses heavily on implants (the website URL is basically a billboard for that), but they handle general dentistry too.
English here is conversational — don’t expect a fully bilingual consultation, but you won’t be stuck miming a toothache either. Reception can get through the basics, and they have some English materials to help bridge the gap. For anything complex — treatment plans, implant discussions — bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if you want to be thorough.
It’s a small private clinic, not a chain, which usually means more consistent care from the same dentist rather than a rotating roster of strangers. Yoga Station (Den-en-toshi Line) is walkable, making it accessible from Shibuya in about 15 minutes.
Patient Feedback
Patients tend to appreciate the unhurried pace — this isn’t a high-volume clinic cranking through appointments. The dentist takes time to explain what’s happening, which matters a lot when you’re already anxious about dental work in a foreign country. Wait times are generally short. The implant focus means the equipment and expertise lean toward the more technical end of dentistry. Smaller clinic feel — you’ll likely see the same face each visit.
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.implant-ydc.com
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東京都世田谷区用賀２－３６－１２ 滝本ビル２Ｆ
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Yoga Station (Denentoshi Line) — 3 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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