Asano Shika Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Naka-Meguro Station (Hibiya Line) — 8 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Asano Shika Clinic sits on the third floor of the Kuriyama Building in Hiratsuka, Meguro — a quiet residential pocket of Tokyo that most expats pass through rather than stop in. That’s a shame, because this dental clinic covers the full range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, implants, and orthodontics without sending you elsewhere for every little thing.

    The English situation is conversational — someone at the front desk can handle the basics, and they have some English-language materials to help you understand what’s happening in your mouth. You won’t need a Japanese-speaking friend to book an appointment or explain a toothache. That said, highly technical treatment discussions might hit a wall, so bring a translation app for anything complicated.

    It’s a neighborhood clinic with neighborhood energy — not flashy, not a medical tourist destination. If you live in Meguro or nearby and just need a reliable dentist who won’t make you feel like an inconvenience for not speaking Japanese, this is a solid option worth bookmarking.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients tend to describe Asano Shika as thorough and unhurried — the kind of place where the dentist actually explains what they’re doing rather than just drilling and billing. Wait times are generally reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The atmosphere is calm and low-key, which helps if dental chairs make you nervous. Nothing about the experience feels rushed or assembly-line. Recurring patients seem to stick around, which usually says more than any review.

    English Language Proficiency

    Reception can handle basic English — booking, describing symptoms, confirming costs. You won't be met with a blank stare if you walk in speaking English. Some printed materials are available in English, which helps when you're trying to understand a treatment plan. For deeper clinical conversations, a translation app is a smart backup. Forms are likely Japanese-only, so budget a few extra minutes at check-in. Overall: functional English, not fluent, but genuinely workable for most appointments.

    Contact & Location

    • http://asanoshikaclinic.jp/
    • 東京都目黒区平町1-26-16 栗山ビル3F
    • Naka-Meguro Station (Hibiya 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

    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.
    Asano Shika Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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