GinzaaoyamaYoukyousei Shika
This is an orthodontics-focused dental clinic sitting on the 7th floor of the Ikebukuro Kasen Building, a short walk from Ikebukuro Station’s east exit. The parent brand — Ginza Aoyama You Kyousei Shika — runs multiple orthodontic clinics around Tokyo, so this isn’t a generalist dentist. They do braces, aligners, and partial orthodontic correction (their website bubunkyousei.com is specifically about partial correction, which is a more affordable, targeted approach).
English capability is genuinely unclear. The clinic group has some English-facing web content, but that doesn’t mean the front desk will be fluent. If you’re coming in for a consultation about orthodontic work, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything complicated. Routine check-ins with pointing and phone translation are probably manageable.
Toshima ward isn’t the most expat-dense part of Tokyo, so don’t expect the international-patient infrastructure you’d find in Minato or Shibuya. That said, Ikebukuro is a major hub and easy to get to.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this specific branch is thin, but the parent chain has a reputation for being consultation-heavy — they take time to explain treatment plans rather than rushing you into braces. Orthodontic clinics in Japan generally run on appointment schedules with minimal waiting. Expect a clean, modern setup typical of a 7th-floor urban clinic. Staff professionalism tends to be high; warmth varies by location.
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 -
http://www.bubunkyousei.com
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東京都豊島区南池袋１－１９－３ 池袋嘉泉ビル７Ｆ
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Ikebukuro Station (Marunouchi Line) — 2 min walk
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