Kamiita Shika Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Kamiita Station (Tobu Tojo Line) — 2 min walk
  • Short appointment wait times
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kamiita Shika Clinic sits on the second floor of the Kamiigaoka Clinic building in Itabashi’s upper Itabashi neighborhood — a quiet residential stretch of northwest Tokyo that most expats don’t stumble into by accident. You’re probably here because you live nearby, and that’s exactly who this clinic serves: local families and regulars.

    It’s a standard neighborhood dental practice covering the usual bases — checkups, cleanings, fillings, and general oral care. The website has some English-language content, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients, but don’t assume that means fluent English-speaking staff are waiting for you at the front desk. Reality is probably somewhere in the middle: basic communication, goodwill, and a lot of pointing at charts.

    If you’re in the Itabashi area and need a dentist without trekking to central Tokyo, this is a reasonable local option. Just come prepared — have your symptoms written in Japanese or ready on a translation app, and manage expectations around seamless English communication.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unfussy practice with short wait times — typical of a smaller neighborhood clinic that runs on appointments rather than walk-in chaos. Dentists are described as thorough without being alarmist, which is genuinely appreciated. The vibe is functional and no-nonsense rather than polished or modern. Don’t expect a slick urban clinic experience. Do expect to be seen close to your appointment time and treated competently.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, which is a better sign than nothing — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff on any given day. Realistically, reception and clinical staff are likely Japanese-only or very basic English at best. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will be your best friend here. Write your dental complaint in Japanese beforehand if you can. Standard new patient paperwork is almost certainly Japanese-only.

    Contact & Location

    • https://kamiita-aoba.jp/
    • 東京都板橋区上板橋2-1-8 上板橋診療所2F
    • Kamiita Station (Tobu Tojo Line) — 2 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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    Kamiita Shika Clinic

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    Proficiency Score
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