ISHIJIMA DENTAL CLINIC
Ishijima Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the Furuya Building in Kamiiitabashi, a quiet residential stretch of Itabashi Ward in northwest Tokyo. It’s a neighborhood dental clinic — the kind that’s been serving local families rather than catering to international patients. The website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve thought about foreign patients at least a little, but don’t expect a fully English-speaking front desk or bilingual forms waiting for you.
If you’re in the Itabashi area and need routine dental work — cleanings, fillings, checkups — this is a practical option. Come with a translation app loaded and your symptoms written down in Japanese if you can manage it. The clinic runs on a standard Japanese dental model: methodical, appointment-based, and focused on getting the job done without a lot of small talk. Not the most accessible for English speakers, but not impossible either.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, no-rush approach — the kind of dentist who explains what they’re doing before drilling. Wait times are generally reasonable for a local clinic. The vibe is calm and clinical rather than chatty. Patients seem to appreciate the careful treatment style. Nothing flashy, nothing chaotic. It runs like a well-organized neighborhood practice that takes its work seriously without making a big show of it.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.ishijima-shika.com
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東京都板橋区上板橋３－２０－１２ フルヤビル２Ｆ
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Kamiitabashi Station (Mita Line) — 2 min walk
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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.
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