HONJO SHIKA
Honjo Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic in Sumida Ward, sitting in a quiet residential stretch of Honjo — not far from Kinshicho or Asakusabashi, depending on how you navigate. It’s the kind of small, owner-operated practice that’s been serving the same local community for years rather than chasing new patients with flashy marketing.
The website has some English text, which is a decent sign — it shows awareness that not everyone walking through the door speaks Japanese. But “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean the dentist or front desk will switch languages mid-appointment. Come prepared with a translation app and a written summary of your dental history or current issue.
For routine work — checkups, cleanings, fillings, basic extractions — this type of clinic is usually solid and significantly cheaper than the big English-friendly dental chains in central Tokyo. If you have complex needs or serious anxiety about language barriers, you might want a more confirmed bilingual option first. But if you’re comfortable pointing at a tooth and using Google Translate, Honjo Shika is a reasonable local choice.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on Honjo Shika specifically is thin online, but clinics of this type in Sumida tend to run on the quieter side — shorter waits than big-city dental chains, more direct access to the dentist rather than being passed between staff. Appointments are typically thorough without feeling rushed. The trade-off is that it’s a local practice, so don’t expect the kind of polished patient-flow experience you’d get at a larger urban clinic.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.sepia.dti.ne.jp/honjodentaloffice/
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東京都墨田区本所１－２３－８
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Kuramae Station (Asakusa Line) — 5 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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