chitosefunabashishika

Total reviews: 345
Funabashi Station (Odakyu Line) — 3 min walk
  • English website available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Chitosefunabashi Shika is a dental clinic sitting on the ground floor of a residential building in Setagaya’s Funabashi neighborhood — not far from Chitose-Funabashi Station on the Odakyu Line. It’s run under the Eiken-kai medical corporation, which suggests some organizational structure behind it rather than a pure solo practice.

    The clinic covers standard dental work: checkups, cleaning, fillings, and likely cosmetic and orthodontic options based on their website. The site has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but whether that translates to fluent English-speaking staff at the front desk or chairside is genuinely unclear. You might get someone comfortable in English, or you might be reaching for Google Translate.

    For expats in Setagaya — and there are plenty — this is a geographically convenient option. Setagaya is a big ward and dental options with any English presence aren’t always easy to find. Worth a phone call or email in advance to confirm what English support actually looks like before you book.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited in English-language sources. Clinics under organized medical corporations in Japan tend to run on tight schedules with shorter wait times than hospital-based dentistry. Expect a methodical, thorough approach — Japanese dental culture generally favors multiple shorter visits over one long session. Whether the experience feels comfortable for an English speaker depends heavily on which staff member you get.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which puts it ahead of many local dental offices in the area. But that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff on shift when you walk in. Reception may have basic English, or may rely on written communication and translation apps. Best move: email ahead in English, see how they respond — that'll tell you everything. Don't assume fluency just because the website has an English page.

    Contact & Location

    • https://chitofuna-shika.jp/
    • 東京都世田谷区船橋1-11-2 リシェスボヌール1F
    • Funabashi Station (Odakyu Line) — 3 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.
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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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