Yuu Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Mizue Station (Shinjuku Line) — 2 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Yuu Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Mizue in Edogawa Ward — not exactly a hub for international residents, but it’s a real, functional dental practice for anyone living in the area. The website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual experience. Bring a translation app for anything complicated. The clinic handles standard dental work — cleanings, cavities, check-ups — the kind of everyday stuff expats often put off because navigating a Japanese dental office feels daunting. If you live in Edogawa and need a local dentist rather than trekking to central Tokyo, this is a reasonable option worth a phone call first to feel out the communication situation.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic atmosphere — the kind of place where the dentist actually explains what they’re doing rather than rushing you out the door. Wait times appear reasonable for a local practice. No reports of English-speaking staff specifically, but patients seem to find the team approachable. It reads as a solid, no-drama local dentist rather than anything flashy.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English content, which at minimum means they're aware international patients exist. That said, there's no confirmed English-speaking dentist or receptionist on record. Realistically, expect Japanese-only communication at the desk. A translation app like Google Translate will carry you through a standard appointment. For complex treatment discussions — implants, root canals, anything multi-step — prepare written questions in Japanese beforehand or bring a Japanese-speaking friend.

    Contact & Location

    • https://yuudc.com
    • 東京都江戸川区瑞江2-22-5
    • Mizue Station (Shinjuku Line) — 2 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

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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Yuu Shikaiin

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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