Dentist in Japan for Foreigners: Complete Guide (Costs, Insurance, English Clinics)
Quick Answer In Japan, public health insurance covers most basic dental work at 70% — you pay 30%. Routine checkup: ¥1,500–3,000. Simple filling: ¥1,000–2,500. Root canal: ¥5,000–15,000. Covered: cleanings, fillings, X-rays, root canals, extractions, metal crowns. NOT covered: whitening, ceramic crowns, implants, braces. Any foreigner registered at city hall is automatically enrolled in health insurance, which includes dental. Bring your insurance card (保険証) to every appointment. To find an English-speaking dentist: search “英語対応 歯科 [your city]” on Google Maps. ...