Katakura Shika
Katakura Shika is a dental clinic tucked into the ground floor of the HANT Yotsuya building in Shinjuku’s Araki-cho neighborhood — a quiet, residential pocket that’s surprisingly calm given how close it sits to the bustle of Shinjuku and Yotsuya stations. The clinic covers standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, the usual.
On the English front, their website has some English-facing content, which is a decent sign — it suggests they’ve thought about international patients at least a little. But “website has English” doesn’t always mean “reception speaks English,” so don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth conversation. Come prepared with a translation app, your insurance card, and any specific dental history written down in Japanese if you can manage it. Not a clinic that’s been formally flagged as English-fluent, but not completely in the dark either. Worth a call or email first to gauge comfort level before booking.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills dental experience. The Araki-cho location is easy to reach from Yotsuya Station without being swallowed by Shinjuku chaos. Patients generally report thorough examinations rather than rushed appointments. The clinic feels more neighborhood practice than big-city dental chain — smaller scale, more personal. Wait times appear reasonable. Nothing flashy, but that’s often a good sign at a dental clinic.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
-
03-3822-4112 -
http://www.katakura-dental.com
-
東京都新宿区荒木町１３ ＨＡＮＴ四谷１Ｆ
-
Yotsuya Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
| Monday | ||
| Tuesday | ||
| Wednesday | ||
| Thursday | ||
| Friday | ||
| Saturday | ||
| Sunday | ||
Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
Need a phone script in Japanese? Click here.
Other scripts: Cancel/Reschedule · Describe Symptoms · Pharmacy · Emergency · Dental