BARANSU SHIKA
Baransu Shika (バランス歯科) is a small dental clinic on the second floor of Denki-kan Mansion in Sekimachi-kita, Nerima. Nerima isn’t central Tokyo, but it’s a real residential neighborhood where people actually live — and if you’re one of them, having a local dentist who can hold a basic conversation in English is genuinely useful.
The clinic covers standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and general checkups. Nothing exotic, but solid everyday dentistry. The English capability here is conversational — enough to explain a procedure, understand your symptoms, and get through an appointment without relying entirely on Google Translate. Don’t expect fluent clinical English across the whole team, but someone on staff can bridge the gap.
It’s a neighborhood practice, not a foreigner-focused clinic. That means shorter waits than the big expat-friendly chains downtown, and a more personal feel. If you’re living in western or northwestern Tokyo and just need a dentist who won’t make the language barrier your problem, this is worth bookmarking.
Patient Feedback
Patients tend to describe it as a calm, no-frills practice where you’re not rushed. Wait times are typically short — it’s a neighborhood clinic, not a busy urban hub. The dentist is reported to be thorough with explanations, which matters more when you’re working across a language gap. Overall vibe is quiet and professional rather than flashy. Not a lot of online reviews in English, but the ones that exist skew positive on attentiveness.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
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東京都練馬区関町北２－２４－９ 電気館マンション２Ｆ
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Sekimachi Station (Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line) — 3 min walk
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