Kamiuma Shika Kurinikku
Kamiuma Shika Kurinikku is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Setagaya, one of Tokyo’s quieter western wards. It’s the kind of place locals have been going to for years — general dentistry, checkups, cleanings, the usual. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual front desk. You’ll likely need a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything complicated. That said, Setagaya has a solid expat community, so staff here have probably dealt with non-Japanese speakers before. If you have a straightforward dental issue and some patience, this clinic is worth a shot. Just don’t show up expecting English forms or an English-speaking receptionist as a given.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried experience — this isn’t a high-volume city-center clinic churning through appointments. Dentists tend to be thorough and explain procedures carefully, though that explanation will mostly be in Japanese. Wait times are generally reasonable. The setting is quiet and low-stress, which counts for a lot when you’re already nervous about a dental visit in a foreign country.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://kamiuma-dc.com
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東京都世田谷区上馬４－４１－１
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Setagaya-Kumin Center Station (Setagaya Line) — 8 min walk
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