A practical directory for life in Tokyo
From cleaning your air conditioner to finding a dentist—services that clearly welcome English-speaking customers.
84 source-backed listings · Links checked August 2026
Independent directory.
No paid placement.
Everyday services, covered
These practical groups cover the jobs people commonly need at home and around Tokyo. Choose one to see the English-accessible matches we found.
A provider may cover several related needs. Every match links to an official source that states English access.
The directory
Air conditioner cleaning
Deep internal cleaning for residential and business AC units, with English communication from booking to service.
House + move-out cleaning
One-time, recurring, move-out and short-term-rental cleaning with an English-speaking cleaner.
Housekeeping
Regular and spot housekeeping by trained Filipino staff; services can include cleaning, laundry and household help.
Housekeeping + house cleaning
Team-based housekeeping and specialist house cleaning, including kitchens, bathrooms and air conditioners.
Cleaning + elderly care
English-friendly home services spanning cleaning, babysitting and elderly care for international households.
House cleaning + handyman
House cleaning, light furniture help and handyman requests with Japanese, English, Spanish and Chinese support.
Gardening + landscaping
Setagaya-based professional gardening, trimming, planting, exterior work and garden pest control.
On-demand life concierge
A human concierge who can research, call, book and coordinate Japanese providers for everyday requests in English.
Primary + travel care
Primary care for the international community led by a US-trained, native English-speaking doctor.
General medical care
English-speaking outpatient care in central Tokyo, designed for international visitors and residents.
General clinic + pediatrics
Centrally located clinic covering general care, dermatology, pediatrics, minor surgery and medical certificates.
Hospital + international care
Large hospital with an international healthcare department and English support through appointments and follow-up.
Dentistry
International dental practice providing preventive, restorative and specialist dental care in English.
Dentistry
English-speaking clinic focused on efficient treatment, microscope dentistry and CAD restorations.
Dentistry
Private dental care in an English-speaking environment near Higashi-Ginza.
Counseling + psychology
Confidential counseling for adults, couples, families and young people, in person and online.
Moving + disposal
No-frills local moving with delivery, disposal and storage options, using compact trucks suited to Tokyo streets.
Moving + packing
Local moves, packing and unpacking, storage, and installation support across the Kanto region.
Moving + disposal
Small moves, heavy-item transport and furniture disposal for English, Japanese and Spanish-speaking customers.
Home + business moving
Moving support in English, Turkish and Japanese for individuals, families and businesses.
Domestic + international moving
Bilingual moving support across Japan, including video estimates and overseas shipping when leaving Japan.
Residential + office relocation
Full-service residential and office moves with packing, layouts, disposal and an English-speaking reception desk.
Babysitters + pet sitters
Bilingual platform for vetted babysitters, nannies and pet sitters, with profiles searchable by language.
Babysitting + nannies
Short-term babysitting, regular nanny support, and school pick-ups and drop-offs in English.
Pet sitting + dog walking
Book English-speaking pet sitters for home visits, dog walking and cat care through a bilingual app.
Veterinary care
General, emergency and diagnostic veterinary services for Tokyo's Japanese and international communities.
Veterinary care
Animal hospital with English-speaking personnel available on most days and support for English documents.
Veterinary care
Full-service animal clinic for dogs, cats and rabbits with an English-speaking veterinarian.
Free daily-life guidance
Official help desk for foreign residents with everyday problems and referrals to more specialized support.
Legal counseling for foreigners
Appointment-based consultations on visas, family matters, labor, disputes and other legal issues, with interpretation support.
Immigration + international law
Legal services for immigrants and foreign nationals, including residence, work and cross-border matters.
Immigration + visa services
Administrative scrivener support for visa applications and immigration procedures in Japanese and English.
Tax + accounting
Bilingual Japanese tax accountant serving foreign individuals and companies on tax, payroll and accounting.
Japanese–English interpreting
Professional consecutive and simultaneous interpretation for meetings, training, seminars and negotiations.
Interpreting + translation
Japanese–English interpretation plus translation of emails, certificates, websites, manuals and contracts.
Rental + property support
High-end rental and sales brokerage with English explanations, contract support and aftercare.
Foreigner-focused real estate
Leasing, corporate housing and purchasing support specialized for non-Japanese residents.
International hair salon
Hairdresser and barber serving Japanese and international clients, with professional hair care in English.
English-speaking hair salon
Fluent-English stylist with international experience and work across a wide range of hair types.
International hair salon
International salon team experienced with different hair types, offering online booking in English.
On-site computer + IT help
English PC and Mac support covering repair, setup, Wi-Fi, data recovery, printers and home networks.
Computer repair
Walk-in computer repair for hardware, malware, upgrades and networking, with an English contact page.
Pest control + disinfection
Professional treatment for termites, cockroaches, rats, wasps, bed bugs, mold and other home pests.
Bed bug extermination
Bed bug treatment for homes, hotels and businesses, with an English-speaking pest-control operator available.
Locks + emergency unlocking
24/7 help with locked homes, offices, cars and safes, plus key replacement, lock installation and repairs.
Repairs + renovation
Foreign-friendly home and office repairs, carpentry, metalwork and renovations by English-speaking professionals.
Home + apartment renovation
Residential renovation for homeowners and investors with English and French communication throughout the project.
Handyman + furniture assembly
24/7 general help covering furniture assembly, carpentry, lighting, appliance coordination, moving, disposal and housework.
Plumbing repairs + installation
Family-run plumber for leaks, clogs, faucets, baths, toilets and interior pipes, with fluent English service.
Water heater repair + replacement
Water-heater assessment, replacement and bathroom or kitchen work, with multilingual online contact.
Air conditioner installation
Residential and commercial AC installation, replacement and removal, plus electrical and security-camera work.
Family + event photography
English-speaking photographer for family, maternity, proposal and milestone sessions around Tokyo.
Private chef + catering
Bilingual chefs for home dining, private parties, corporate events and large gatherings.
Mobile massage
Same-day massage visits to homes, serviced apartments and Airbnbs, with multilingual communication.
Personal training
Custom fitness and nutrition coaching at a studio, home, building gym or park in English, French or Japanese.
Office setup + relocation
One-stop office moves covering interiors, electrical work, phone, LAN, security, air conditioning and layout.
24/7 roadside assistance
Roadside rescue with free three-way phone interpretation for breakdowns, flat tires and other vehicle trouble.
Bilingual automotive services
English one-stop support for buying, selling, leasing, maintenance, inspections, repairs, insurance and registration.
Pickup laundry + dry cleaning
Door-to-door wash, dry and fold service, plus dry cleaning, with pickup and return arranged online.
Pickup laundry + dry cleaning
Collects garments from homes or workplaces, cleans them and delivers them back on an arranged schedule.
Bespoke tailoring
Handmade custom suits and formal clothing from a long-established Ginza tailoring house with an English site.
Pickup storage + redelivery
Collects household items, stores them securely and returns them when requested, with the process handled in English.
Driving lessons + license courses
English-supported instruction for car and motorcycle licenses, refresher training and paper-driver courses.
Academic tutoring + test preparation
English-language tutoring, standardized-test preparation and admissions guidance for international students.
Piano lessons
Private English piano lessons for children and adults at a Roppongi studio or at home around Tokyo.
Dance + movement classes
Dance, yoga and healthy-movement classes for adults and children, with every class taught in English.
Cooking classes
Hands-on cooking lessons conducted in English, covering home-style dishes and practical kitchen techniques.
Event planning + production
Plans, manages and operates corporate and public events with English communication for international clients.
Event production + equipment
Bilingual planners coordinate venues, equipment, production and on-site operation for meetings and celebrations.
Wedding planning
Multilingual wedding consultancy connecting couples with venues and vendors for ceremonies and receptions in Japan.
Custom flowers + delivery
English-friendly florist creating bouquets, arrangements and event flowers with delivery options around Tokyo.
DJs + event entertainment
International DJs for weddings, corporate events and private parties, with English-capable performers available.
Nails + lashes + brows
Bilingual salon for manicures, pedicures, eyelash treatments and eyebrow styling, with online booking in English.
On-location hair + makeup
Professional hair styling and makeup at its salon or on location for events, portraits, shoots and appearances.
Architecture + project management
Tokyo practice designing homes, offices and retail spaces, with architecture, interiors and project management in English.
Interior design
Expat-focused interior design for Tokyo homes, from room planning and sourcing to complete furnishing support.
Painting + waterproofing
Exterior and interior painting, waterproofing and repair work for houses and apartment buildings across Kanto.
Private airport transfer
Prebooked private transfers between Tokyo and the airports, with round-the-clock reservations and English support.
Same-day local delivery
On-demand pickup and same-day delivery for documents, packages, keys and other eligible items within Tokyo.
Home organization + decluttering
In-home organization and decluttering for international households, including relocations and downsizing.
Personal shopping + styling
Independent English-speaking personal shopper and stylist for guided fashion and product shopping around Tokyo.
Residential + commercial electrical work
Licensed electricians handle appliance faults, wiring, breakers, circuit installation and electrical maintenance.
Dog grooming
Appointment-only dog grooming from bathing and basic care to breed styling and specialist scissor work.
Photography + videography
Bilingual photography and video production for events, portraits, brands and editorial projects.
Keep these close
For urgent situations and moments when you just need a human to point you in the right direction.
What “verified” means here
Every listing points to an official provider or public-service page that explicitly states English-language support. We verify the language signal—not price, availability, quality, licensing beyond what the source states, or a personal endorsement.
The category checklist is a practical coverage audit designed to grow over time. A match can cover one or several related services; confirm the exact scope directly with the provider before booking.
Staff schedules and service areas change. Confirm English availability, scope, fees and cancellation terms directly before booking—especially for medical, legal, tax and emergency needs.