Kamiyama Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Tamagawa Station (JR Ōme Line) — 8 min walk
  • English-language website available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kamiyama Shikaiin is a general dental clinic in Akishima, a quieter residential city in western Tokyo — the kind of area where locals have been going to the same dentist for years. The clinic covers standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and general oral care. Their website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t guarantee you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation at the front desk. Realistically, basic communication might get you through a routine appointment, but complex treatment discussions could get tricky without a translation app or Japanese-speaking friend. If you’re living in or near Akishima and need a local dentist rather than trekking into central Tokyo, this is worth a look — just come prepared.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic — the kind of place where the dentist actually explains what they’re doing rather than rushing you out. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The atmosphere is quiet and low-key, which suits people who find big-city dental chains a bit impersonal. No reports of aggressive upselling. Generally seen as thorough and straightforward, which matters more than a flashy waiting room.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic's website includes some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients. That said, there's no confirmed English-speaking staff on record. Reception likely operates in Japanese. For a routine cleaning or checkup, a translation app could get you through. For anything involving treatment plans, medications, or complex procedures, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or prepare written notes in Japanese. Manage expectations going in and you'll probably be fine.

    Contact & Location

    • https://kamiyama-dc-akishima.com/
    • 東京都昭島市玉川町4-6-8
    • Tamagawa Station (JR Ōme Line) — 8 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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    Kamiyama Shikaiin

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