IKEI Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Oji Station (Namboku Line) — 5 min walk
  • English website content available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • IKEI Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic in Kita Ward, tucked into a residential stretch of Toshima — not the most central location, but easy enough if you’re living in the area. It operates under the medical corporation Itomokai, which usually signals a more structured, professionally run setup rather than a solo-practitioner shop.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and chat freely with reception. Full English service is unconfirmed, so bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your dental vocabulary isn’t solid. Standard dental services are on offer — cleanings, fillings, the usual — nothing boutique or specialized that stands out.

    If you’re in Kita Ward and need reliable general dentistry without trekking to central Tokyo, this is a reasonable option to check out. Just call ahead or drop them an email to gauge the English situation before your first visit.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited online in English. Based on what’s available, it reads as a straightforward, no-frills neighborhood dental office — the kind where appointments run on time and the dentist gets the job done without a lot of small talk. Expect a clean, functional environment. Not a flashy expat-focused clinic, but probably fine for routine care if you live nearby.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English-language content, which suggests at least basic awareness of non-Japanese patients. However, there's no confirmed information about English-speaking staff at reception or with the dentists. Don't bank on smooth English communication. A translation app like Google Translate will likely be necessary for anything beyond pointing at a tooth. Forms are almost certainly Japanese-only. Call or email ahead to test the waters before committing to an appointment.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.itomokai.com
    • 東京都北区豊島7-2-21 1F
    • Oji Station (Namboku 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

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    IKEI Shikaiin

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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