Eriguchi Shika

Total reviews: 345
Minami-Senju Station (Hibiya Line) — 2 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Eriguchi Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic in Minami-Senju, one of those old-school Tokyo residential areas that doesn’t get much expat foot traffic. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign — they’ve at least thought about non-Japanese patients — but don’t walk in expecting a bilingual receptionist ready to chat. This is a local general dentistry practice covering the usual: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely some cosmetic work. The Minami-Senju area is accessible via the Hibiya Line and JR Joban Line, so it’s reachable from central Tokyo without too much hassle. If you’re living in Arakawa or the surrounding shitamachi neighborhoods, this is a practical local option. Bring a translation app, have your symptoms written out in Japanese if possible, and don’t expect English forms. The website’s English presence suggests some openness to foreign patients, but the on-the-ground reality needs confirming before your first appointment.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback specific to Eriguchi Shika is limited in English-language spaces, which tracks for a local clinic in a non-expat-heavy neighborhood. Clinics of this type in Arakawa tend to run on appointment, keep reasonable wait times, and offer thorough if no-frills care. Expect a straightforward, practical experience — not a polished international clinic, but likely a competent neighborhood dentist who takes the work seriously.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English-language content, which puts this clinic ahead of many purely Japanese-only practices. That said, English capability at reception is unconfirmed. Don't assume you'll be able to explain a complex dental history in English without help. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL is a smart backup. Writing down your symptoms and concerns in Japanese beforehand will make the visit significantly smoother. Call ahead if you can — even basic communication attempts are usually appreciated.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.eriguchi-shika.com/
    • 東京都荒川区南千住2-23-7
    • Minami-Senju Station (Hibiya Line) — 2 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

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    Eriguchi Shika

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