Doshida Family Shika
Doshida Family Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into the first floor of the Rasowa Miyama building in Nerima’s Doshida area — residential, quiet, not the kind of place you stumble into by accident. It’s a family practice, meaning they see kids and adults, routine cleanings through more involved work.
English is conversational here. Staff can handle the basics — describing symptoms, understanding treatment plans, asking questions — without you needing to pull out a translation app mid-appointment. Not a fully bilingual setup, but solidly functional. If your Japanese is zero, you’ll manage. If you have some, even better.
Nerima is off the radar for most expats, but if you live in the northwest Tokyo residential belt, this is exactly the kind of reliable local clinic worth knowing about. No flashy Roppongi-style international branding — just a practical dentist who can actually talk to you.
Patient Feedback
Patients describe a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this is a neighborhood clinic, not a conveyor belt. The dentist takes time to explain what’s happening and what comes next. Wait times are generally reasonable when you have an appointment. The setting is modest and functional rather than sleek, which seems to suit the local clientele just fine. No major complaints about communication for basic procedures.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://doshida-family-dc.com
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東京都練馬区土支田２－１８－１２ ラソワミヤマ１Ｆ
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Hikawaoka Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 8 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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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