Ishikawa Shika
Ishikawa Shika is a small dental clinic tucked on the second floor of the Excellent Building in Nakanobu, a quiet residential corner of Shinagawa. It’s a neighborhood dentist — not a flashy expat-facing clinic, but the kind of place locals actually go. The website has some English-language content, which suggests some effort toward international patients, but don’t show up expecting a fully bilingual experience. If your Japanese is basic or nonexistent, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend just in case. That said, dental work is fairly procedural — pointing at a tooth and miming pain gets you pretty far. Routine cleanings, fillings, and checkups are all realistic here. It’s not in the thick of Shinagawa Station’s bustle — you’re a bit further out — so factor in the walk or bus from the nearest station. Good option if you live nearby and want a local dentist without a long commute.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specifically for this clinic is limited online. Based on its profile, expect a small, no-frills practice with a local feel. Wait times at neighborhood clinics like this tend to be reasonable. The dentist likely takes a thorough, unhurried approach typical of Japanese dental culture — multiple shorter appointments rather than one long session. Don’t expect small talk in English, but the clinical experience should be solid.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://home.a08.itscom.net/ishikawa/saito/Home.html
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東京都品川区中延４－６－１７ エクセレント２ ２Ｆ
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Nakanobu Station (Asakusa Line) — 3 min walk
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