Asahidoori Shika
Asahidoori Shika sits in Sugamo — that old-school Tokyo neighborhood famous for its shotengai and older locals, but increasingly home to expats who’ve discovered the area’s quieter pace. The clinic occupies the ground floor of the Sawatets Building on Asahi-dori, easy to find and street-level accessible.
This is a general dentistry practice covering the usual bases: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and cosmetic work. Nothing exotic, but solid and reliable. The staff have conversational English, which in practice means you can explain your symptoms and understand basic treatment plans without resorting to frantic Google Translate sessions. Don’t expect fluent medical English, but you won’t be left guessing either.
The clinic has a neighborhood feel — not a big chain, not a flashy whitening-focused boutique. If you live or work in northern Toshima and need a dentist you can actually communicate with, this is a legitimate option worth bookmarking.
Patient Feedback
Patients generally describe a calm, unhurried experience — this isn’t a high-volume chain churning through appointments. The dentist takes time to explain what’s happening before doing it, which matters a lot when you’re already anxious about dental work in a foreign country. Wait times are reasonable. The neighborhood clinic atmosphere means familiar faces and consistent care rather than seeing a different doctor each visit.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
-
03-3822-4112 -
http://asahi-sugamo-shika.com/
-
東京都豊島区巣鴨５－１７－９沢鉄ビル１階
-
Sugamo Station (JR Yamanote 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