HIKIBA Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kuramae Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • HIKIBA Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of HK Building in Kuramaebashi, Taito — a quiet residential-ish pocket of Tokyo that most expats pass through on the way to Asakusa rather than actually stopping at. The clinic covers standard dentistry: checkups, fillings, cleanings, the usual.

    Their website has some English content, which suggests they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients at least a little. But “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean the reception desk is ready for a full conversation in English. Expect basic communication to be possible, but bring a translation app as backup — especially for anything involving your dental history or treatment options. Google Translate’s camera mode will be your friend here.

    The clinic is a short walk from Kuramae Station on the Toei Asakusa or Oedo lines. Small independent clinic feel — not a big chain, not a flashy cosmetic-focused place. Straightforward dental care in a low-key neighborhood.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for HIKIBA is limited in English-language sources, so there’s no strong pattern to report honestly. Independent clinics in this part of Taito tend to run on the smaller, quieter side — shorter wait times than big urban chains, more direct contact with the dentist. If reviews surface, expect the experience to reflect a neighborhood practice: no-frills, functional, and less rushed than a high-volume clinic.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has made some effort — English appears on their website, which is more than many local dental clinics bother with. But whether the front desk can handle a full intake conversation in English is unconfirmed. Assume Japanese-primary. Forms are likely Japanese-only. For a routine cleaning, a translation app should get you through. For anything more complex — root canals, extractions, treatment plans — either bring a Japanese-speaking friend or call ahead to gauge their comfort level.

    Contact & Location

    • http://hikibasika.com/
    • 東京都台東区蔵前4-33-8 HKビル2F
    • Kuramae Station (Asakusa 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

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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    HIKIBA Dental Clinic

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    Proficiency Score
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