AOI SHIKA

Total reviews: 345
Meguro Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 8 min walk
  • English website content available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Aoi Shika is a small dental clinic on the second floor of Yoshida Building in Meguro’s Takaban neighborhood — a quiet residential pocket that doesn’t see a lot of foot traffic from newcomers. It’s a general dentistry practice covering the usual range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions. The website has some English content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients at least a little, but whether that translates to a fully English-capable reception desk isn’t confirmed. Realistically, expect basic communication to be possible, but bring a translation app for anything complicated. Meguro is well-connected, so getting here isn’t a hassle if you’re coming from central Tokyo. This is a neighborhood clinic — not a foreigner-focused practice with multilingual staff on standby. If you live nearby and need reliable general dental care without trekking across the city, it’s worth a call to test the waters before booking.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this is a small neighborhood practice, not a high-volume clinic churning through appointments. Dentists are described as thorough and willing to explain procedures. Wait times tend to be short. The vibe is quiet and clinical in a reassuring way, not sterile and cold. Don’t expect the kind of slick setup you’d find at a foreigner-targeted clinic in Hiroo or Azabu.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, which is a better sign than nothing. But confirmed, reliable English communication at reception isn't documented. Some basic English is likely possible for scheduling and simple explanations. For anything involving treatment plans, diagnosis details, or medical history forms, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend. Don't assume the forms are in English — they almost certainly aren't.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.aoi-dental.com
    • 東京都目黒区鷹番3-8-3 吉田ビル2F
    • Meguro Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 8 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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    AOI SHIKA

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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