Ikebukuro Okuyama Dental Clinic

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Ikebukuro Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 min walk
  • Steps from Ikebukuro Station
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Ikebukuro Okuyama Dental Clinic sits on the third floor of the Minami-Ikebukuro I-N Building, a short walk from one of Tokyo’s busiest hubs. For expats in the Toshima area, having a dental option this close to Ikebukuro Station is genuinely convenient.

    The clinic covers standard dental ground — cleanings, fillings, crowns, and likely cosmetic work based on the name. Their website has some English-facing content, which is a decent sign, but it doesn’t guarantee a fully bilingual experience at the front desk. Go in expecting to use a translation app for anything nuanced.

    If you’re dealing with a toothache and don’t want to trek to a specialty expat clinic in central Tokyo, this is a reasonable local option. Just don’t assume the English support will be seamless — come prepared with written notes about your symptoms.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried approach — this doesn’t feel like a conveyor-belt dental practice. Doctors reportedly explain procedures before starting, which matters a lot when you’re anxious about understanding what’s happening in your mouth. Wait times appear reasonable. The third-floor location is easy to miss if you’re not watching for the building, so give yourself a few extra minutes the first visit.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, which at minimum means they're aware international patients exist. But confirmed English-speaking staff? That's unclear. Reception may have basic English, or may not. Bring your dental vocabulary written out in Japanese — tooth pain (歯痛), cavity (虫歯), sensitivity (知覚過敏) — and a translation app as backup. Don't rely on being able to explain a complicated dental history verbally without help.

    Contact & Location

    • http://okuyama-dc.com
    • 東京都豊島区南池袋1-17-2 南池袋IーNビル3階
    • Ikebukuro Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 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?

    A few things to keep in mind:

    • 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.
    Ikebukuro Okuyama Dental Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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