Kamishakujii Kitaguchi Shika
Kamishakujii Kitaguchi Shika is a dental clinic on the second floor of the Sakae Building in Nerima’s Kamishakujii neighborhood — a quiet residential pocket of west Tokyo that doesn’t see many expats. The clinic covers standard dentistry: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and general oral care.
Their website has some English-language content, which is a good sign, but don’t assume that means you’ll walk in and have a fluent English-speaking dentist waiting. Reality is probably a mix of basic English, gestures, and Google Translate doing some heavy lifting. If your dental issue is straightforward, you’ll likely manage fine. If you need to explain complex symptoms or treatment history, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or prep some written notes in Japanese.
It’s a local neighborhood clinic — not a foreigner-focused practice. That means shorter waits, more personal attention, and none of the premium pricing that comes with “international” clinics in central Tokyo.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried experience — typical of smaller neighborhood dental offices in Tokyo’s residential wards. Appointment slots tend to be respected, so you’re not stuck waiting an hour past your booking. The dentist is reported to be thorough without being alarmist. No flashy equipment, no hard-selling of expensive add-ons. The kind of place locals return to for years. Not much feedback specifically from English-speaking patients.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.kamishakujii-kitaguchishika.com
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東京都練馬区上石神井２－２５－５ 栄ビル２Ｆ
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Kamishakuji Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line) — 2 min walk
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