Fukushima Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 3 min walk
  • English content on clinic website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Fukushima Shikaiin is a small dental clinic on the second floor of Fukusho Building in Tomioka, Koto Ward — not far from Tomioka Hachimangu shrine and a short walk from Monzen-Nakacho Station. It’s a neighborhood dentist, not a specialist expat clinic, so don’t expect a multilingual front desk or English intake forms waiting for you.

    The website has some English content, which suggests the clinic is at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. Whether that translates to a smooth English consultation depends on the day and the staff on duty. Bring a translation app and any relevant dental history in Japanese if you can manage it.

    For routine work — cleanings, fillings, basic checkups — this kind of local clinic is often perfectly fine. Prices tend to be reasonable under Japan’s national health insurance system. If you’re in Koto Ward and just need a dentist without trekking to a big English-friendly clinic in central Tokyo, this is worth a call first.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills local dental practice. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The dentist is described as thorough and methodical — the kind of place that doesn’t rush you through. Atmosphere is quiet and functional rather than polished. It’s a small operation, so appointments are worth booking in advance. Nothing flashy, but patients seem to leave with the work done properly.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English on its website, which is a better sign than nothing — but it doesn't confirm fluent English-speaking staff. Realistically, you may be working with basic English and a lot of pointing, or leaning on Google Translate for anything detailed. Dental procedures don't always require deep conversation, so many expats manage fine. For complex treatments or consultations, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or prepare written notes explaining your issue beforehand.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.fukushima-dentalclinic.com
    • 東京都江東区富岡1-12-1 福照ビル2F
    • Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo 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

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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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