Kaoru Shika Kurinikku

Total reviews: 345
Kikukawa Station (Oedo Line) — 2 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kaoru Shika Kurinikku is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into the first floor of a small building in Kikukawa, Sumida — not a flashy international clinic, just a working local dentist doing solid everyday dental care. Think checkups, cleanings, fillings, basic restorative work. The website has some English content, which suggests they’ve made some effort to reach non-Japanese patients, but don’t walk in expecting fluent English at the front desk. This is Sumida, not Minato — the area skews local, and the clinic reflects that. If your Japanese is basic or nonexistent, bring a translation app and write down your symptoms beforehand. It’ll help. For routine dental needs near Kikukawa or Morishita stations, this is a reasonable option worth checking out before committing to a pricier international clinic across town.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills experience — appointments tend to run on time, and the dentist is described as thorough without being rushed. It’s a small practice, so the atmosphere is quieter and more personal than a big chain clinic. Don’t expect a lot of small talk. Patients seem to appreciate the lack of upselling. Nothing flashy, but the work gets done properly.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic's website has some English-language content, which is a good sign, but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff on the day you show up. Realistically, expect limited English at reception. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will carry you through most of the visit. Writing your symptoms down in Japanese beforehand — even a rough translation — will genuinely help. Don't expect English consent forms or explanations. Manageable, but not seamless.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.kaoru-dentalclinic.com/
    • 東京都墨田区菊川3-14-8 アトゥール・ケイ1F
    • Kikukawa Station (Oedo 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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    Kaoru Shika Kurinikku

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