JOU SHIKA KURINIKKU
Jou Shika Clinic sits on the ground floor of the Yamamoto Building in Kamiikedai, a quiet residential pocket of Ota Ward. It’s a neighborhood dental practice — not a big city clinic with international staff, but the kind of place locals trust for cleanings, fillings, and routine dental work.
Their website has some English content, which suggests they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients at least a little. But don’t expect a fluent English-speaking dentist waiting at the door. Come prepared with a translation app, write down your symptoms in advance, or bring a Japanese-speaking friend if your case is complicated.
That said, dental Japanese is manageable with gestures and phone translation for most basic visits. If you need a crown, root canal, or anything requiring detailed back-and-forth, plan more carefully. This is a solid local option for expats living in southern Tokyo who want a nearby dentist without trekking to central Tokyo.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere typical of smaller Tokyo neighborhood clinics. Appointments tend to run on time. The dentist is described as thorough and gentle — not rushing through procedures. Wait room is small and quiet. No reports of billing surprises. It’s the kind of clinic where you see the same doctor each visit, which matters when you’re building a dental history in a new country.
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.jou-shika.com
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東京都大田区上池台１－６－７ 山本ビル１階
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Ikegami Station (Ikegami Line) — 3 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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