1,100+ Japanese patients have used LocalCare to find verified dental clinics across Southeast Asia since 2014.
Typical savings in JPY
Compared to the same treatment at home, based on cases coordinated through LocalCare partner clinics.
Send us your X-rays once. Our medical team matches you with 3–5 verified clinics and sends back comparable treatment plans and fixed-price quotes in JPY within 48 hours — no chasing individual clinics or navigating foreign-language websites yourself.
Every quote is delivered in Japanese yen with a fixed, all-inclusive price. No currency confusion, no hidden lab fees, no surprise charges on arrival.
Every LocalCare partner clinic backs your work with a written warranty. If anything needs attention after you return to Japan, we coordinate warranty follow-up with your original clinic and help arrange any required return visit.
Our Medical Board of Excellence audits every clinic against 47 safety criteria including sterilisation protocols and material sourcing. Japanese-speaking coordinators available at select clinics.
Prices based on LocalCare partner clinic quotes as of April 2026. JPY conversion at current exchange rates. Actual costs vary by case complexity and clinic.
| Treatment | Japan Private (JPY) | Vietnam (JPY) | Thailand (JPY) | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Dental Implant | ¥400,000 | ¥110,000 | ¥180,000 | Up to 73% |
| All-on-4 (per arch) | ¥2,800,000 | ¥540,000 | ¥900,000 | Up to 81% |
| Porcelain Veneer (each) | ¥150,000 | ¥34,000 | ¥45,000 | Up to 77% |
| Zirconia Crown | ¥130,000 | ¥28,000 | ¥40,000 | Up to 78% |
| Root Canal + Crown | ¥220,000 | ¥45,000 | ¥65,000 | Up to 80% |
| Teeth Whitening | ¥80,000 | ¥15,000 | ¥22,000 | Up to 81% |
| Full Mouth Rehabilitation | ¥6,500,000 | ¥1,100,000 | ¥1,900,000 | Up to 83% |
| Invisalign (full) | ¥800,000 | ¥280,000 | ¥370,000 | Up to 65% |
Top-rated partner clinics across .
東京の私立歯科で¥5,600,000と言われました。ホーチミン市では¥1,800,000で両方の顎の治療を受け、2週間快適なアパートに滞在しました。— Tokyo private dentist quoted ¥5,600,000. HCMC cost ¥1,800,000 for both arches plus two weeks in a comfortable apartment.
Saved ¥3,800,000 compared to Tokyo quote · All-on-4 dental implants (both arches)
Tanaka Hiroshi
Tokyo · Picasso Dental Clinic, Ho Chi Minh City
大阪の見積もりは¥2,400,000でした。バンコクでは同じE.maxベニア16枚を¥800,000で受け、5つ星ホテルに1週間滞在しました。— Osaka quoted ¥2,400,000. Bangkok was ¥800,000 for 16 identical E.max veneers plus a week at a 5-star hotel.
Saved ¥1,600,000 compared to Osaka quote · 16 porcelain veneers
Yamamoto Akiko
Osaka · BFC Dental, Bangkok
東京から4時間半の直行便。英語を話す歯科医師、日本語コーディネーター、治療後はセブ島で1週間過ごしました。— 4.5-hour direct flight from Tokyo. English-speaking dentist, Japanese-speaking coordinator, plus a week in Cebu afterwards.
Saved ¥2,200,000 compared to Nagoya quote · 6 dental implants + bridge
Suzuki Kenji
Nagoya · Asian Sun Dental, Manila
Sample budget for a Japanese patient flying to Ho Chi Minh City for All-on-4 dental implants (one arch):
| All-on-4 implants (one arch) | ¥540,000 |
| Return flights (NRT to SGN) | ¥75,000 – ¥130,000 |
| Hotel (10 nights, 3-star) | ¥55,000 – ¥90,000 |
| Food & transport (10 days) | ¥35,000 – ¥55,000 |
| Travel insurance | ¥8,000 – ¥15,000 |
| Total | ¥713,000 – ¥830,000 |
国内価格 ¥2,800,000と比較して、航空券・ホテル・食費を含めても ¥2,000,000 以上の節約。— Compared to ¥2,800,000 in Japan, you save ¥2,000,000+ even after flights, hotel, and food.
Submit Your Case
Upload your X-rays or photos. Tell us what treatment you need. We respond within 24 hours (Japan business hours / JST).
Receive Clinic Matches
Our medical team reviews your case and sends 2–3 verified clinic options with treatment plans and fixed pricing in JPY.
Choose and Confirm
Compare clinics, ask questions via WhatsApp or LINE, and confirm your preferred clinic. No deposit required until you're ready.
Travel and Treat
Fly from Narita, Haneda, or Kansai. Your clinic arranges airport transfer. Treatment begins within 24 hours of arrival. LocalCare coordinator available on WhatsApp and LINE throughout.
Return Home with Confidence
Take home your complete dental records, warranty documentation, and aftercare instructions. Your Japanese dentist can access your treatment file. LocalCare follows up at 30, 90, and 365 days.
Direct: Tokyo (NRT/HND)–HCMC (6 hrs), Tokyo–Bangkok (6.5 hrs), Tokyo–Manila (4.5 hrs), Tokyo–KL (7 hrs). JAL, ANA, Vietnam Airlines, Thai Airways, Cebu Pacific, and AirAsia operate regular flights. Budget: ¥55,000–¥130,000 return. Book 6–10 weeks ahead for best fares.
Japanese passport holders enjoy visa-free entry to Vietnam for up to 45 days (policy extended through 2028), Thailand (60 days), Philippines (30 days), and Malaysia (90 days). For Vietnam stays longer than 45 days, apply for the 90-day e-visa (US$25) online at evisa.gov.vn. No medical or dental-specific visa is required.
Japanese National Health Insurance (国民健康保険) does not cover elective dental treatment abroad. Purchase a short-term travel policy (海外旅行保険) covering medical complications and emergency dental care — Sompo, Tokio Marine, and AIG offer popular options. Your LocalCare clinic's warranty covers treatment-related issues separately.
All LocalCare quotes are in JPY. Clinics accept Japanese bank transfers (via Wise or SWIFT), Visa, JCB, Mastercard, and cash (JPY, USD, or local currency). ATMs widely available. Notify your Japanese bank of foreign travel.
全てのLocalCare提携クリニックには英語を話す歯科医師とコーディネーターがいます。 Every LocalCare partner clinic has English-speaking staff. Several partner clinics in HCMC, Bangkok, and Manila also offer Japanese-language coordinators on request.
Vietnam: October to April (dry season) — also an excellent winter escape from Japan. Thailand: November to March. Philippines: December to May. Malaysia: year-round. Avoid Golden Week and Obon for flight prices; avoid Lunar New Year for regional clinic closures.
Tell us your treatment, we'll match you with listed clinics and provide a comparison quote – all free, all in JPY, with no pressure to book.
Takes 2 minutes. Response within 24 hours.
No forms. Send a photo or an old quote and a real person replies within hours.
¥320,000
5–7 days · Airport transfer + 3-star hotel from ¥45,000
Book This Package¥980,000
7–10 days (return visit 4–6 months later) · Airport transfer + 4-star hotel from ¥65,000
Book This Package¥1,920,000
10–14 days · 4-star hotel + daily transport from ¥130,000
Book This PackageAll packages include a free initial consultation, treatment plan in English, and Messenger support from a dedicated coordinator.
Everything you need to know before booking dental treatment abroad.
Japanese dental care is world-class, but implants and complex prosthetics fall outside National Health Insurance (kenpo) and must be paid privately. A single private implant averages ¥350,000–¥500,000, All-on-4 runs ¥2,400,000–¥3,200,000 per arch. NHI covers basic treatments, extractions, and some crowns but caps on material choice (metal over zirconia) push patients who want premium aesthetics into private pay.
Direct Tokyo flights to Southeast Asia — Manila in 4.5 hrs, HCMC in 6 hrs, Bangkok in 6.5 hrs — make dental tourism genuinely accessible. Japanese dental tourism traffic has grown steadily, particularly to HCMC where a large Japanese expat community supports clinics offering Japanese-speaking care. The typical Japanese LocalCare patient is 50–75 years old, has been quoted ¥1,500,000+ at a Tokyo private clinic, and is increasingly comfortable with regional travel.
Every LocalCare quote is in JPY, support operates during Japan business hours via WhatsApp and LINE, and partner clinics are vetted against 47 safety criteria. Many partner clinics employ Japanese-speaking coordinators; some partner dentists have trained or practised in Japan. Post-treatment, we coordinate records with your Japanese dentist and back every clinic with the LocalCare Global Warranty.
Manila is the shortest flight (4.5 hrs) with strong English fluency. HCMC offers the lowest prices at 6 hours and has a supportive Japanese expat presence. Bangkok has the most mature dental tourism infrastructure. KL sits between on price. Most Japanese patients choose based on language support needs, treatment scale, and holiday preferences.
Look for ISO 9001 or JCI accreditation, dentists with internationally recognised credentials, verifiable material sourcing (Straumann, Nobel Biocare, IPS E.max, or GC/Kyocera for Japanese preferences), and fluent English or Japanese communication. Google reviews with recent dates, patient photos, and a written warranty you can take home are non-negotiable.
Most Japanese patients plan 6–10 weeks out. Send X-rays to LocalCare, receive 2–3 matched clinic options within 48 hours, confirm your preferred clinic, book flights and accommodation. Bring your dental history (診療記録), medication list, and travel insurance (海外旅行保険). On return, share your clinic's treatment file with your Japanese dentist.
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The average Japanese dental tourist saves JPY ¥2,100,000+ on major dental work through LocalCare. That's a family holiday, a car upgrade, or real financial breathing room.
Takes 2 minutes. Quotes arrive within 24 hours.
No forms. Send a photo or an old quote and a real person replies within hours.
Message us and a coordinator will answer with clinic options, indicative pricing and what a trip would involve. No forms, no call centre, and no obligation. Prices are indicative; only a clinic's written quote applies to you.
LocalCare is an information service, not a healthcare provider. Nothing here is medical advice.