Apuru Shiika
Apuru Shiika sits on the second floor of the Acresti Minamisenju building in Arakawa — a residential pocket of Tokyo that doesn’t see a lot of expat foot traffic, but is well-connected via Minamisenju Station. The clinic handles general dentistry: cleanings, fillings, extractions, the usual. Their website has some English content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients at least a little, but don’t expect a fully bilingual operation. Whether the dentist or front desk can hold a real English conversation is genuinely unclear — you’d want to call ahead or send an email to test the waters before booking. If you live in Arakawa or the Minamisenju area and need routine dental work, this is a reasonable local option. If you’re coming from further away specifically for English-language care, there are more reliably bilingual clinics in central Tokyo worth considering first.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward neighborhood dental clinic — functional, not flashy. Wait times seem reasonable for a local practice. Dentists are reported as thorough with routine work like cleanings and cavity treatment. The vibe is quiet and low-key, which fits the residential area. No strong complaints or standout praise in either direction. Exactly what you’d expect from a solid community dental office.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.apl-ms.jp
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東京都荒川区南千住７－１－１ アクレスティ南千住２Ｆ２０５
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Minami-Senjyu Station (Hibiya Line) — 2 min walk
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