Ai Shika Kurinikku Takao
Ai Shika Kurinikku Takao sits inside the Keio Litnard shopping complex right at Takao Station — which means you can grab a coffee before or after your appointment without venturing anywhere. It’s a general dental clinic covering the usual bases: cleanings, fillings, crowns, orthodontics, and implants.
The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests they’ve at least thought about international patients. Whether that translates to smooth chairside English conversation is another matter — Takao is a fairly local, residential part of far-western Tokyo, not an expat hub. Expect a Japanese-language environment with possibly some basic English from staff. Bring a translation app as backup.
That said, dentistry is one of those specialties where communication barriers matter less than in, say, psychiatry. A good dentist can show you an X-ray and point. If you’re living out in the Hachioji/Takao area and need reliable dental care without trekking to central Tokyo, this is worth knowing about.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a clean, well-organized clinic with a calm atmosphere — not the chaotic busy feel of some city-center practices. Doctors are described as thorough and willing to explain treatment plans. Wait times are generally reasonable. Being inside a shopping mall is a practical bonus — easy access, no hunting for the building. No strong pattern of English-language praise in reviews.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
-
03-3822-4112 -
https://www.ai-aidentalclinic.com/takao
-
東京都八王子市初沢町１２３１－１６ 京王リトナード高尾１Ｆ
-
Takao Station (Keio Takao Line) — 2 min walk
| Monday | ||
| Tuesday | ||
| Wednesday | ||
| Thursday | ||
| Friday | ||
| Saturday | ||
| Sunday | ||
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.
Need a phone script in Japanese? Click here.
Other scripts: Cancel/Reschedule · Describe Symptoms · Pharmacy · Emergency · Dental