Gakugeidaigaku Nishiguchiekimae Shika

Total reviews: 345
Gakugeidaigaku Station (Tokyu Oimachi Line) — 2 min walk
  • Steps from station west exit
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Gakugeidaigaku Nishiguchiekimae Shika sits on the third floor of the Avant GAKUGEI building, right at the west exit of Gakugeidaigaku Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line in Meguro. The name basically tells you everything about the location — they leaned into it hard.

    This is a general dentistry clinic handling the usual range: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely cosmetic work. The website has some English-facing content, which is a decent sign, but it doesn’t confirm whether the dentist or front desk can hold a real conversation in English. You might get lucky, or you might need a translation app to get through the intake process.

    The Gakugeidaigaku neighborhood has a relaxed, local feel — not the expat-heavy areas of central Tokyo, so don’t expect the multilingual setup you’d find near Hiroo or Azabu. If you live nearby or are comfortable navigating with minimal Japanese, this could be a solid neighborhood option. If you need full English support confirmed, do some recon first.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a competent, no-fuss neighborhood dental practice. The location directly at the station exit gets consistent praise — easy to find, no wandering around. Patients mention the dentist is thorough without being alarmist, which is reassuring if you’ve had pushy upsell experiences elsewhere. Wait times seem reasonable for a local clinic. The vibe is calm and professional rather than flashy. Nothing particularly standout, but nothing to complain about either — solid everyday dentistry.

    English Language Proficiency

    Honest answer: unclear. The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients, but that doesn't always translate to spoken English at reception or chairside. There's no confirmed English-speaking staff listed. If you go, bring a translation app like Google Translate or DeepL, and consider writing down your symptoms or concerns beforehand in Japanese if possible. This is probably fine for a routine cleaning, trickier if you need to explain complex symptoms or understand treatment options in detail.

    Contact & Location

    • http://iihaisyasan.com
    • 東京都目黒区鷹番3-15-23 アヴァンGAKUGEIビル3F
    • Gakugeidaigaku Station (Tokyu Oimachi 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    Gakugeidaigaku Nishiguchiekimae Shika

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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