Araki Shika
Araki Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into Mukojima, one of the quieter, more traditionally Japanese corners of Sumida Ward. This isn’t a flashy urban dental chain — it’s a small, local practice that’s been serving the area for years. Their website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English conversation at the front desk. Bring your Japanese phrasebook or a translation app as backup. The clinic handles standard dental care: checkups, cleanings, fillings, basic restorative work. For expats living in the Mukojima or Oshiage area who want a conveniently local dentist without trekking into central Tokyo, this is worth knowing about. Just go in with realistic expectations about the language situation and you’ll probably be fine.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-fuss practice. The dentist is described as methodical and unhurried — not the kind of place that rushes you out after ten minutes. Wait times appear reasonable for a local clinic. The atmosphere is quiet and low-key, very neighborhood-practice energy. Don’t expect a modern spa-style dental suite. Expect a clean, functional clinic where the focus is actually on your teeth.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://araki-shika.net
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東京都墨田区向島１－１４－３
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Tawaramachi Station (Asakusa Line) — 3 min walk
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