Furuya Shika Kurinikku
Furuya Shika Clinic sits in Omori Nishi, a quiet residential pocket of Ota Ward that most expats pass through rather than settle in. It’s a general dental practice covering the usual bases — checkups, cleanings, fillings, and likely some cosmetic and restorative work based on what’s on their site. The clinic has some English content on their website, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t guarantee the person behind the front desk speaks English fluently. Realistically, you’re looking at a neighborhood dentist who may have basic English or rely on gesture-and-pointing communication. If your dental needs are routine and you’re comfortable with a bit of language friction, this could work fine. If you need to have a detailed conversation about treatment options, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or a translation app you trust. Not a bilingual clinic in the full sense — but not completely in the dark either.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language spaces, so take this with appropriate salt. It appears to run as a typical small Japanese neighborhood dental practice — appointment-based, likely punctual, and focused on efficient care rather than hand-holding. Expect a clean, no-frills environment. The dentist seems thorough based on what little is available, but don’t expect the kind of extended explanations some Western patients are used to getting.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://furuya-shika.com
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東京都大田区大森西６－１５－２２
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Omori Station (Keikyu Line) — 3 min walk
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