Hayakawa Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Ōi Station (Keihin-Tohoku Line) — 3 min walk
  • Quiet, small clinic setting
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Hayakawa Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic sitting in the residential stretch of Oi, Shinagawa — not a flashy expat-facing practice, but a working local dentist that’s been serving the area for years. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual front desk waiting for you. This is the kind of place where a translation app and a bit of patience go a long way. Standard dental services — cleanings, fillings, check-ups — are the bread and butter here. If you’re living in Shinagawa and need a dentist you can actually get to on foot or a short train ride, this is worth knowing about. Just manage expectations on the English side: it’s not zero, but it’s not seamless either.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-fuss experience — appointments tend to run on time and the clinic doesn’t feel rushed. The dentist is described as thorough and careful, particularly with explanations during treatment. It’s a small practice, so the atmosphere is quiet and unhurried compared to bigger urban clinics. Don’t expect elaborate amenities, but the basics are done well and consistently.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has English-language content, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee a bilingual reception experience. No confirmed reports of English-speaking staff on-site. Realistically, basic communication may be possible, but anything detailed — treatment plans, insurance questions, medical history — will likely need Google Translate or a Japanese-speaking friend. Call ahead if you can; even a halting phone exchange will tell you a lot.

    Contact & Location

    • http://hayakawadc.com/
    • 東京都品川区大井3-27-9
    • Ōi Station (Keihin-Tohoku 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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    Hayakawa Shikaiin

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    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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