Inatakenoko Shika

Total reviews: 345
The clinic is located at 35.727157, 139.248109 in Akishina (あきる野市伊奈).
  • Some English website content
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Inatakenoko Shika is a general dental clinic run under the Takenoko medical corporation in Akiruno — a quieter, residential corner of western Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they actually live nearby. It handles standard dentistry: cleanings, cavities, extractions, the usual. The website has some English-language elements, which is a decent sign, but don’t show up expecting a bilingual front desk. The English situation is genuinely unclear, so bring Google Translate or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is zero. That said, smaller neighborhood clinics like this often have more patience for fumbling communication than big-city practices — they’re used to taking their time with patients. If you live in Akiruno or the surrounding Nishitama area, this is a practical local option worth checking out directly before committing.

    Patient Feedback

    No substantial English-language patient reviews are available for this clinic. Given its location in a residential, largely Japanese-speaking part of Akiruno, it likely draws a local patient base. Smaller clinics in this area tend to run on appointment, keep wait times manageable, and offer a more relaxed pace than central Tokyo practices. Expect thorough but unhurried care — typical of community-oriented dental offices outside the city core.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee spoken English at the front desk. Realistically, you should assume Japanese-only communication until confirmed otherwise. Call ahead or send an inquiry via the website before booking. A translation app will help. If you need full English support, this clinic may not be the safest bet without verifying first.

    Contact & Location

    • http://takenokoshika.net/index.php
    • 東京都あきる野市伊奈1141-1
    • The clinic is located at 35.727157, 139.248109 in Akishina (あきる野市伊奈).
    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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    Inatakenoko Shika

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